JP2019111114A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To enhance a performance effect when a display result of variation display is derived and displayed.SOLUTION: Variation display can be performed, and a display result of the variation display can be derived and displayed in a display area including a first display area (e.g. entire divided area) and a second display area (e.g. end area in a divided area). Advantage degrees are varied (e.g. advantage degree (probability variation expectation degree) to be a probability variation big winning is high, compared with a case in which a big winning symbol is determined and displayed in the whole divided area when the big winning symbol is determined and displayed in the end area in the divided area) in a case where a specific display result (e.g. big winning symbol) is derived and displayed in the first display area to be controlled to an advantageous state (e.g. big winning game state) and in a case where the specific display result is derived and displayed in the second display area to be controlled to the advantageous state.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 9-2

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko machine or a slot machine capable of playing a game.

  As a game machine, when a game ball is shot by a launch device into a game area by a launch device and the game ball is won in a prize area such as a prize port provided in the game area, a predetermined number of prize balls are paid out to the player. There is something to In addition, a variable display device capable of variably displaying identification information (also referred to as "variation") is provided, and when the display result of the variable display of identification information on the variable display device is a specific display result, Therefore, there is one configured to give a predetermined gaming value to the player by changing the state of the machine, specifically, the state in which the gaming machine is controlled (so-called pachinko machine).

  In addition, after setting a predetermined number of bets for a predetermined game medium to one game, the player operates the start lever to start variable display of identification information by the variable display device, and the player changes each variable By operating a stop button provided corresponding to the display device, variable display of identification information is stopped within a predetermined maximum delay time range from the operation timing, and variable display of all variable display devices is performed. When a prize is generated according to the display result derived when the game is stopped, a predetermined gaming medium predetermined according to the prize is paid out, and a specific prize is generated, the gaming state is determined to be a predetermined gaming value to the player There is one which is configured to be in a state of giving to (so-called slot machine).

  In addition, the game value means that the state of the variable winning ball device provided in the game area of the gaming machine is in an advantageous state for the player who is likely to win a hit ball, or in an advantageous state for the player. It is to generate the right and to be in a state where it becomes easy to establish the conditions of the prize ball payout.

  In pachinko gaming machines, a specific display mode defined in advance is derived and displayed as a display result of the variable display of the special symbol (identification information) started on the variable display device based on the game ball having won the start winning opening. If you do, a "big hit" occurs. In addition, derivation | leading-out display is making a symbol (final stop symbol) finally stop-display. When a big hit occurs, for example, the big winning opening is opened a predetermined number of times, and a transition is made to a big hit gaming state in which a hit ball tends to be won. And, in each opening period, when there are winnings to a predetermined number (for example, 10) of the large winning openings, the large winning openings are closed. The number of times of opening the special winning opening is fixed to a predetermined number (for example, 15 rounds). In addition, an open time (for example, 29 seconds) is determined for each open, and even if the number of winnings does not reach a predetermined number, the special winning opening is closed when the open time elapses. Hereinafter, the opening period of each big winning opening may be referred to as a round. Also, a game in a round may be called a round game.

  Furthermore, in the variable display device, symbols other than the symbol to be the final stop symbol (for example, the middle symbol of the left middle right symbol) continue for a predetermined time, and stop and shake in a state consistent with the specific display result. Motion, scaling, or deformation, or multiple symbols fluctuating in synchronization with the same symbol, or the positions of display symbols are changed, and a big hit can occur before the final result is displayed An effect performed in a state in which the sex continues (hereinafter, these states are referred to as a reach state) is referred to as a reach effect. In addition, reach state and the appearance are called reach mode. Furthermore, variable display including reach production is called reach variable display. Then, when the display result of the symbol variably displayed on the variable display device is not a specific display result, it becomes “off”, and the fluctuation display state is ended. A player plays while enjoying how to generate a big hit.

  In such a gaming machine, variable display is performed, and the display result of the variable display can be derived and displayed in the display area. For example, Patent Document 1 describes that a big hit symbol of a probability variation symbol or a big hit symbol of a non probability variation symbol is displayed on the display screen of the same effect display device.

Unexamined-Japanese-Patent No. 2015-107381 (Paragraph 0466-0467, FIG. 60)

  However, in the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1, the specific display result (big hit symbol) is derived and displayed in the same display area regardless of the degree of advantage. Therefore, the rendering effect can not be enhanced when the display result of the variable display is derived and displayed.

  Therefore, an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of enhancing the rendering effect when the display result of the variable display is derived and displayed.

(Means 1) A gaming machine according to the present invention is a gaming machine capable of playing a game, which performs variable display and performs a first display area (for example, the entire divided area shown in FIG. 9-2A). And variable display execution means (for example, for effect control) capable of deriving and displaying the display result of the variable display in the display area including the second display area (for example, the end area in the divided area shown in FIG. In the advantageous state (for example, a big hit gaming state) which is advantageous for the player when a specific display result (for example, a big hit symbol) is derived and displayed as a display result of the variable display and a portion executing steps 171 to S173 in the CPU 120 Controllable advantageous state control means (for example, a portion for executing steps S114 to S117 in the gaming control microcomputer 100), and the specific display in the first display area The degree of advantage differs between the case where the result is derived and displayed and controlled in the advantageous state and the case where the specific display result is derived and displayed in the second display region and controlled in the advantageous state (e.g. In the case where the big hit symbol is displayed in the area, the expectation (probability change expected degree) for becoming the probability variation big hit is high) as compared to the case where the big hit symbol is displayed in the whole divided area. Do. According to such a configuration, it is possible to enhance the rendering effect when the display result of the variable display is derived and displayed.

(Means 2) In the means 1, the first display area is larger than the second display area (for example, the entire divided area shown in FIG. 9-2 (A) is divided as shown in FIG. 9-2 (B)). The display size may be larger than the end area in the area). According to such a configuration, it is possible to enhance the rendering effect when the display result of the variable display is derived and displayed.

(Means 3) In the means 1 or 2, when the specific display result is derived and displayed in the second display area and controlled to the advantageous state, the specific display result is derived and displayed in the first display area and controlled to the advantageous state The degree of advantage is high compared to the case where the jackpot is displayed (for example, the big hit symbol may be displayed in the end area in the divided area only when the probability variation big hit occurs, and the big hit symbol is displayed in the end area If so, it may be configured to have high expectation (probability change expectation) for becoming a probability change big hit. According to such a configuration, it is possible to enhance the rendering effect when the display result of the variable display is derived and displayed.

(Means 4) Even in the case where the specific display result is derived and displayed in the first display area and controlled to the advantageous state in the means 3, the degree of advantage may be high (for example, a probability variation big hit) Even when the normal reach and the super reach A and B are executed, the big hit symbol may be displayed in a definite manner in the entire divided area. According to such a configuration, it is possible to enhance the rendering effect when the display result of the variable display is derived and displayed.

(Means 5) In any of the means 1 to 4, when the specific display result is derived and displayed in the second display area and controlled to an advantageous state, a series of operations from the execution of the variable display to the middle of the advantageous state Step 125IWS013 and step 125IWS013 according to the process table selected in step 125IWS009 in the CPU 120 for effect control (for example, in the effect control CPU 120) capable of executing the effect (for example, the specific effect shown in FIGS. 9-10C and 9-11F) Step S172 may be executed to include step S125 IWS 111 and a portion for performing step S176 in accordance with the process table selected in step S125 IWS. According to such a configuration, it is possible to enhance the rendering effect when the display result of the variable display is derived and displayed.

(Means 6) In any of the means 1 to 5, the variable display execution means is configured to display a plurality of types of display positions on the display device (for example, a total of 9 divided areas of 3 × 3 shown in FIG. 9-1) And the specific display result can be derived and displayed in a plurality of types of sizes (for example, the entire divided area shown in FIG. 9-2 (A) and an end area in the divided area shown in FIG. 9-2 (B)) In which display position of the plurality of types of display positions the specific display result is derived and displayed, and in which size of the plurality of types the specific display result is derived and displayed Accordingly, it is possible to suggest a plurality of types of expectation (for example, as shown in FIG. 9A, the big hit symbol is displayed in the divided area on the right side so that the big hit game has high expectation for the number of rounds in the big hit game The big hit symbol is displayed in the upper divided area 9-2 (A), when the big hit symbol is displayed in the end area in the divided area shown in FIG. 9-2 (B). The degree of expectation (probability change expectation degree) for the probability variation jackpot may be higher than in the case where the big hit symbol is displayed in a definite manner throughout the divided regions shown. According to such a configuration, it is possible to enhance the rendering effect when the display result of the variable display is derived and displayed.

(Means 7) In any of the means 1 to 6, according to the setting operation, the setting value is set to any one of a plurality of setting values (for example, setting value "1" to setting value "3"). It comprises a setting means which can be set (for example, a portion for executing step 112 IWS029 in the gaming control microcomputer 100), and the advantageous state control means can execute control of the advantageous state based on the set value which is set ( For example, information output means capable of outputting setting value information (for example, setting value command) capable of specifying which setting value is set to which setting value is to be set in the portion for executing steps S114 to 117 in the microcomputer 100 for game control For example, the step 112IWS011, S108 in the gaming control microcomputer 100) and Based on the set value information input from the information output means, suggestive effect execution means (for example, in the CPU 120 for effect control) that can execute a suggestive effect (for example, a pre-game suggestion effect, a play suggestion effect during a game, a big hit suggestion effect) Step 112: IWS409 to S415, S504 to S509, and S601 to S606 are executed, and the suggestion effect executing means is a first indication effect (eg, a pre-game indication effect or a game indication according to the third effect mode) as an indication effect It is possible to execute the presentation, the big hit during the big play by the 4th production mode) and the second suggestion production (for example, the play production after the game by the first production mode, the suggestion production during the game, the big hit during the big hit), and the set value If the information is not input normally, the first suggestion effect is not executed as the suggestion effect, and the second suggestion effect can be executed as the suggestion effect ( For example, the effect control CPU 120 executes steps 112 IWS 414, S 509, and S 606 so that it does not execute the in-game suggestion effect in the third effect mode, the suggestion effect in the game, or the big hit indication effect in the fourth effect mode). It may be configured. According to such a configuration, in the gaming machine configured to be able to execute control of the advantageous state based on the set value that is set, it is possible to prevent a drop in interest for the game.

It is a front view of a pachinko game machine in this embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows the various control boards etc. which were mounted in the pachinko game machine. 6 is a flowchart showing an example of game control main processing. It is a flow chart which shows an example of timer interrupt processing for game control. It is a flow chart which shows an example of special symbol process processing. It is a flow chart which shows an example of production control main processing. It is a flow chart which shows an example of production control process processing. It is a block diagram which shows the various control boards etc. which were mounted in the pachinko game machine. It is a rear perspective view of a pachinko game machine. It is a rear perspective view of a pachinko game machine in a state where a gaming machine frame is opened. It is explanatory drawing which shows a display result determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows a big hit classification determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows a loss fluctuation pattern determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows a non reach loss fluctuation pattern determination table. (A) is the front view which simplified the main board | substrate, (B) is explanatory drawing explaining the display content of a display monitor. (A) is a time chart which shows the display time of the item displayed on a display monitor, (B-1)-(B-6) is explanatory drawing explaining the change of the display content of a display monitor. 51 is a flowchart showing game control main processing in the characteristic part 112IW. 51 is a flowchart showing game control main processing in the characteristic part 112IW. It is a flowchart which shows a setting confirmation process and a setting change process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the process performed at the time of power activation. It is an explanatory view showing a display mode of a display monitor in setting change processing. It is a flow chart which shows special symbol normal processing. It is a flow chart which shows special symbol normal processing. It is a flow chart which shows a part of production control main processing. It is a flow chart which shows the example of command analysis processing. It is an explanatory view showing an initial outcome determination table. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a variable display start waiting process. It is an explanatory view showing a pre-game suggestion effect determination table. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the suggestion production | presentation determination process in a game. FIG. 16 is an explanatory view showing a during-game suggestion effect determination table. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the big hit inside production determination processing. It is explanatory drawing which shows a big hit inside suggestion production determination table, a character item production determination table, and a light-guide plate presentation determination table. It is a figure showing an example of production operation. It is a figure showing an example of production operation. It is a figure which shows the security cover in modification 1. FIG. It is a figure which shows opening and closing of the game machine frame in the modification 1. FIG. It is a figure which shows the security cover in the modification 2. FIG. FIG. 18 is a view showing opening and closing of the gaming machine frame in the modification 2; It is an explanatory view showing a pachinko game machine in modification 3. It is an explanatory view showing a concrete example in case a display screen of an image display device is divided and displayed. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the aspect by which a big hit design is decidedly displayed within a division area. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the fluctuation pattern determination table for big hit. It is a flowchart which shows a variable display start setting process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of a division area (horizontal direction) determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of a division area (vertical direction) determination table. It is a flow chart which shows waiting processing per special drawing. It is an explanatory view showing an example of an effect in characteristic part 125IW. It is an explanatory view showing an example of an effect in characteristic part 125IW. It is an explanatory view showing an example of an effect in characteristic part 125IW. It is an explanatory view showing an example of an effect in characteristic part 125IW.

(Basic explanation)
First, the basic configuration and control of the pachinko gaming machine 1 (which is also the configuration and control of a general pachinko gaming machine) will be described.

(Configuration etc. of pachinko gaming machine 1)
FIG. 1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine 1, showing the layout of the main members. The pachinko gaming machine (game machine) 1 is roughly divided into a gaming board (gauge board) 2 constituting a gaming board surface and a gaming machine frame (underframe) 3 for supporting and fixing the gaming board 2. A game area is formed on the game board 2. In this game area, a game ball as a game medium is shot and shot from a predetermined ball striking device.

  At a predetermined position of the game board 2 (in the example shown in FIG. 1, on the right side of the game area), variable display (also referred to as a special figure game) of special symbols (also referred to as special figures) as plural types of special identification information. A first special symbol display device 4A and a second special symbol display device 4B are provided. Each of these consists of a 7-segment LED or the like. The special symbol is represented by a number indicating "0" to "9" or a lighting pattern such as "-". The special symbol may include a pattern in which all the LEDs are turned off.

  In addition, "variable display" of a special symbol is, for example, variably displaying a plurality of types of special symbols (the same applies to other symbols described later). The variation includes update display of a plurality of symbols, scroll display of a plurality of symbols, deformation of one or more symbols, and enlargement / reduction of one or more symbols. In the special symbol and the variation of the ordinary symbol described later, a plurality of special symbols or ordinary symbols are updated and displayed. In the variation of the decorative symbol described later, a plurality of decorative symbols are scrolled or updated and one or more decorative symbols are deformed or enlarged / reduced. In addition, the aspect which blink-displays a certain symbol is also contained in a fluctuation | variation. At the end of the variable display, a predetermined special symbol is displayed as a stop as a display result (also referred to as derivation or derivation display, etc.) (the same applies to variable display of other symbols described later). Variable display may be expressed as variable display or fluctuation.

  The special symbol variably displayed in the first special symbol display device 4A is also referred to as "first special view", and the special symbol variably displayed in the second special symbol display device 4B is also referred to as "second special view". Also, a special drawing game using the first special drawing is referred to as "first special drawing game", and a special drawing game using the second special drawing is also referred to as "second special drawing game". In addition, one type of special symbol display device for performing variable display of special symbols may be used.

  An image display device 5 is provided near the center of the game area on the game board 2. The image display device 5 includes, for example, an LCD (liquid crystal display device), an organic EL (Electro Luminescence), and the like, and displays various effect images. The image display device 5 may be configured of a projector and a screen. Various effect images are displayed on the image display device 5.

  For example, on the screen of the image display device 5, a decorative symbol (such as a symbol indicating a numeral or the like) as a plurality of types of decorative identification information different from the special symbol in synchronization with the first special drawing game or the second special drawing game. Variable display is performed. Here, in synchronization with the first special view game or the second special view game, the decorative symbols are variably displayed (for example, upper and lower) in each of the “left”, “middle” and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, 5R. Scroll display of direction and update display). Note that the special view game to be executed synchronously and the variable display of the decorative symbol are collectively referred to simply as variable display.

  On the screen of the image display device 5, a display area may be provided for displaying a hold display corresponding to the variable display for which execution is suspended, or an active display corresponding to the variable display under execution. The hold display and the active display are also collectively referred to as a variable display corresponding display corresponding to the variable display.

  The number of pending variable displays is also referred to as the number of pending storages. The number of pending storages corresponding to the first special view game is also referred to as a first pending storage number, and the number of pending storages corresponding to the second special view game is also referred to as a second pending storage number. The total of the first pending storage number and the second pending storage number is also referred to as the total pending storage number.

  In addition, a first hold indicator 25A and a second hold indicator 25B configured to include a plurality of LEDs are provided at predetermined positions of the game board 2, and the first hold indicator 25A includes the number of lighted LEDs. Thus, the first number of pending storages is displayed, and the second pending display 25B displays the second number of pending storages according to the number of lighted LEDs.

  Below the image display device 5, a winning ball device 6A and a variable winning ball device 6B are provided.

  The winning ball device 6A forms, for example, a first start winning opening which is always kept in a predetermined open state where a gaming ball can enter, by a predetermined ball receiving member. When a game ball enters the first starting winning opening, a predetermined number (for example, three) of prize balls are paid out and a first special view game can be started.

  The variable winning ball device 6B (normally driven combination) forms a second start winning opening which is changed to a closed state and an open state by a solenoid 81 (see FIG. 2). The variable winning ball device 6B includes, for example, an electric tulip type part having a pair of movable wing pieces, and when the movable wing piece is in a vertical position when the solenoid 81 is in an off state, the tip of the movable wing pieces Is close to the winning ball device 6A, and the gaming ball does not enter the second starting winning opening (the second starting winning opening is closed). On the other hand, the variable winning ball device 6B is in an open state where the gaming ball can enter the second start winning opening by the movable wing piece being in the tilting position when the solenoid 81 is in the on state (second start It is also said that the winning opening will be open.). When a game ball enters the second starting winning opening, a predetermined number (for example, three) of prize balls are paid out and a second special view game can be started. The variable winning ball device 6B may be any device that changes between the closed state and the open state, and is not limited to the one provided with the electrically operated tulip type part.

  At a predetermined position of the game board 2 (in the example shown in FIG. 1, four places on the left and right lower sides of the game area), a general winning opening 10 which is always kept in a constant open state by a predetermined ball receiving member is provided. In this case, when the player enters any of the general winning openings 10, a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls are paid out as prize balls.

  Below the winning ball device 6A and the variable winning ball device 6B, a special variable winning ball device 7 having a big winning opening is provided. The special variable winning prize ball device 7 has a special winning opening door driven to open and close by a solenoid 82 (see FIG. 2), and the special winning opening as a specific area changes into an open state and a closed state by the special winning opening door. Form.

  As an example, in the special variable winning prize ball device 7, when the solenoid 82 for the special winning mouth door (for special electric combination) is in the OFF state, the big winning mouth door closes the big winning mouth, and the gaming ball is large. You will not be able to enter (pass) the winning opening. On the other hand, in the special variable winning prize ball device 7, when the solenoid 82 for the big winning mouth door is in the on state, the big winning mouth door opens the big winning mouth, and the game ball easily enters the big winning mouth Become.

  When the game ball enters the special winning opening, a predetermined number (for example, 14) of game balls are paid out as winning balls. When the game ball enters the big winning opening, for example, more winning balls are paid out than when the game ball enters the first starting winning opening, the second starting winning opening, and the general winning opening 10.

  It is also called "winning" that the game ball enters each winning opening including the general winning opening 10. In particular, winning of the starting opening (first starting winning opening, second starting winning opening starting opening) is also referred to as starting winning.

  An ordinary symbol display 20 is provided at a predetermined position of the game board 2 (in the example shown in FIG. 1, on the left side of the game area). As an example, the normal symbol display 20 is composed of 7 segments of LEDs and the like, and performs variable display of a normal symbol as a plurality of types of normal identification information different from the special symbol. The ordinary symbol is represented by a number indicating "0" to "9" or a lighting pattern such as "-". The normal pattern may include a pattern in which all the LEDs are turned off. Such variable display of ordinary symbols is also referred to as a common game.

  On the left side of the image display device 5, a passage gate 41 through which the game ball can pass is provided. Based on the passage of the game ball through the passage gate 41, the common-play game is executed.

  Above the normal symbol display 20, a general drawing reserve display 25C is provided. The common drawing suspension display 25C is configured to include, for example, four LEDs, and displays the number of common drawing reservation storages, which is the number of common drawing games whose execution is being held, by the number of lighted LEDs.

  On the surface of the game board 2, besides the above-described configuration, a windmill and a large number of obstacle nails for changing the flow direction and speed of the game ball are provided. At the lowermost position of the game area, an out port is provided where game balls that have not entered any winning port are captured.

  At the left and right upper positions of the gaming machine frame 3, speakers 8L and 8R for reproducing and outputting sound effects and the like are provided, and further, a gaming effect lamp 9 for gaming effects is provided in the periphery of the gaming area ing. The game effect lamp 9 is configured to include an LED.

  At a predetermined position (not shown in FIG. 1) of the game board 2, a movable body 32 is provided which operates according to the effect.

  At the lower right position of the gaming machine frame 3, a striking operation handle (operation knob) 30 is provided which is operated by a player or the like to fire the gaming ball toward the gaming area by the striking device.

  At a predetermined position of the gaming machine frame 3 below the gaming area, a game ball paid out as a prize ball and a game ball lent out by a predetermined ball lending machine are held so as to be able to be supplied to the ball striking device (stored ) Is provided to provide a hitting ball supply plate (upper plate). Below the upper plate, there is provided a hitting plate (lower plate) from which winning balls are dispensed when the upper plate is full.

  At a predetermined position of the gaming machine frame 3 below the gaming area, a stick controller 31A which can be held and tilted by the player is attached. The stick controller 31A is provided with a trigger button that can be pressed by the player. The operation on the stick controller 31A is detected by the controller sensor unit 35A (see FIG. 2).

  At a predetermined position of the gaming machine frame 3 below the gaming area, a push button 31B is provided, which allows a player to perform a predetermined instruction operation by a pressing operation or the like. The operation on the push button 31B is detected by the push sensor 35B (see FIG. 2).

  In the pachinko gaming machine 1, the stick controller 31A and the push button 31B are provided as detection means for detecting the player's operation (operation etc.), but detection means other than these may be provided.

(Outline of the progress of the game)
The game ball is fired toward the game area by the player's rotation operation on the ball striking operation handle 30 provided in the pachinko gaming machine 1. When the gaming ball passes through the passing gate 41, a regular drawing game by the normal symbol display 20 is started. In addition, when a game ball passes passage gate 41 during a period during execution of the last game of a game (when a game ball passes passage gate 41, but a game game based on the passage can not be executed immediately) The regular game based on the passage is suspended up to a predetermined upper limit (for example, 4).

  In this common-play game, when a specific normal symbol (per-flat symbol) is stopped and displayed, the display result of the normal symbol is "per common-word". On the other hand, if an ordinary symbol other than the symbol per common drawing (general drawing loss symbol) is stopped and displayed as the determined normal symbol, the display result of the normal symbol becomes "general drawing lost". When it becomes "per common plan", opening control is performed to open the variable winning prize ball device 6B for a predetermined period (the second start winning opening is opened).

  When the game ball enters the first starting winning opening formed in the winning ball device 6A, the first special figure game by the first special symbol display device 4A is started.

  When the game ball enters the second starting winning opening formed in the variable winning ball device 6B, a second special figure game by the second special symbol display device 4B is started.

  In addition, when the game ball enters into the start winning opening (winning) during the period during execution of the special figure game, and the period controlled to the big hit gaming state and the small hit gaming state to be described later (start winning is generated When the special figure game based on the starting winning combination can not be executed immediately), the special figure game based on the entry is suspended from being executed up to a predetermined upper limit number (for example, 4).

  If special symbols (big hit symbols such as "7", the actual symbols differ according to the big hit type described later) are displayed as special symbols in the special figure game, they will be "big hits" and they will be big hit symbols If a predetermined special symbol (small hit symbol, for example, "2") different from that is displayed stopped, it becomes "small hit". Also, if a special symbol different from the big hit symbol or the small hit symbol (a lost symbol, for example, "-") is stopped and displayed, it is a "loss".

  After the display result in the special figure game becomes "big hit", it is controlled to the big hit gaming state as an advantageous advantageous state for the player. After the display result in the special view game becomes "small hit", the small hit gaming state is controlled.

  In the big hit game state, the big winning opening formed by the special variable winning ball device 7 is opened in a predetermined manner. In the open state, of an elapsed timing of a predetermined period (for example, 29 seconds or 1.8 seconds) and a timing until the number of gaming balls entering the large winning opening reaches a predetermined number (for example, nine). It will continue until the earlier timing. The predetermined period is an upper limit period in which the special winning opening can be opened in one round, and is hereinafter also referred to as an open upper limit period. A cycle in which the special winning opening is thus opened is called a round (round game). In the jackpot gaming state, it is possible to execute repeatedly until the round reaches a predetermined upper limit number of times (15 times or 2 times).

  In the jackpot gaming state, the player can obtain a winning ball by advancing the gaming ball into the big winning opening. Therefore, the jackpot gaming state is an advantageous state for the player. The greater the number of rounds in the jackpot gaming state, and the longer the open upper limit period, the more advantageous it is for the player.

  In the "big hit", a big hit type is set. For example, a large winning opening opening mode (round number and opening upper limit period), a gaming state after the big hit gaming state (described later, normal state, time saving state, probability variation state, etc.) prepared a plurality of types, according to these The type is set. As the jackpot type, there may be provided a jackpot type capable of obtaining many prize balls, or a jackpot type with few prize balls or hardly capable of obtaining prize balls.

  In the small hit gaming state, the special winning opening formed by the special variable winning ball device 7 is opened in a predetermined opening mode. For example, in the small hit gaming state, the opening mode similar to the big hit gaming state at the time of some big hit classifications (the number of opening of the big winning opening is the same as the number of rounds, and the closing timing of the big winning opening is also the same Etc.) the big winning opening is open. As in the case of the big hit type, the "small hit" may be provided with a small hit type.

  After the big hit gaming state ends, depending on the big hit type, it may be controlled to the time saving state or the probability changing state.

  In the short time state, control (time reduction control) is executed to shorten the average special figure fluctuation time (period in which the special figure changes) compared to the normal state. In the time saving state, by shortening the average spread map fluctuation time (period for changing the spread map) than in the normal state, or by improving the probability of being “per spread map” in the spread game game, than in the normal state, etc. Control (high opening control, high base control) that facilitates the game ball to enter the second start winning opening is also executed. Since the time saving state is a state in which the variation efficiency of the special symbol (in particular, the second special symbol) is improved, it is an advantageous state for the player.

  In the probability variation state (probability variation state), in addition to the time saving control, probability variation control is performed in which the probability that the display result is a "big hit" is higher than that in the normal state. The probability change state is a state more advantageous to the player because the probability change state of the special symbol is likely to be a "big hit" in addition to the improvement of the variation efficiency of the special symbol.

  The time saving state or the probability changing state continues until any one end condition such as the fact that the special figure game has been executed a predetermined number of times and the start of the next big hit gaming state is established first. It is also referred to as “the number of times cut (short in the number of times, short in the number of times definite change, etc.)” as the end condition that the special figure game has been executed a predetermined number of times is the end condition.

  The normal state is a gaming state other than the special state such as an advantageous state such as a big hit gaming state which is advantageous for the player, a short time state, a definite change state, etc., and the display result in the common drawing game is "per common drawing". The pachinko gaming machine 1 such as the probability and the probability that the display result in the special view game will be a "big hit" is a preset state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 (for example, as in the case of system reset) It is a state controlled in the same way as when the processing was not performed.

  A state in which the probability change control is being performed is also referred to as a high probability state, and a state in which the probability variation control is not performed is also referred to as a low probability state. A state in which time saving control is being performed is also referred to as a high base state, and a state in which time saving control is not performed is also referred to as a low base state. In combination, the short time state is also referred to as a low probability high base state, the positive variation state is also referred to as a high probability high base state, and the normal state is a low probability low base state. The high certainty state and the low base state are also referred to as the high certainty base state.

  After the small hit gaming state ends, the change of the gaming state is not performed, and the control result of the special drawing game is continuously controlled to the previous gaming state to become the "small hit" (but the "small hit" occurs) When the special figure game at the time is the special figure game of the predetermined number of times in the above-mentioned number cut, the game state is naturally changed). In addition, "small hit" does not need to be as a display result of a special drawing game.

  The gaming state may change based on the fact that the gaming ball has passed a specific area (for example, a specific area in the big winning opening) during the big hit gaming state. For example, when the gaming ball passes the specific area, it may be controlled to be in the positive changing state after the big hit gaming state.

(Progress of progress etc.)
In the pachinko gaming machine 1, various effects (effects of informing the progress of the game or boosting the game) are executed according to the progress of the game. The said effect is demonstrated below. The effect is performed by displaying various effect images on the image display 5, but in addition to or instead of the display, sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R and / or the game effect lamp 9 The operation may be performed by the operation of the movable body 32, etc.

  In the "left", "middle" and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, 5R provided in the image display device 5, the first special figure game or (2) In response to the start of the special figure game, variable display of the decorative pattern is started. At the timing when the display result (also referred to as finalized special symbol) is stopped and displayed in the first special drawing game and the second special drawing game, the finalized decorative symbol (a combination of three decorative symbols) which is the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol ) Is also displayed (derived).

  In a period from the start of the variable display of the decorative symbol to the end thereof, the aspect of the variable display of the decorative symbol may be a predetermined reach aspect (reach is established). Here, with the reach mode, when the decorative symbol stopped and displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 constitutes a part of the jackpot combination described later, variable display is performed for the decorative symbol not yet stopped and displayed. Is the aspect that is continuing.

  In addition, reach production is executed corresponding to becoming the above-mentioned reach mode during the variable display of the decorative design. In the pachinko gaming machine 1, a ratio (also called a big hit reliability or a big hit expectation) in which the display result (display result of the special drawing game or display of the variable display of the decorative symbol) becomes “big hit” according to the presentation mode. A plurality of different types of reach effects are performed. The reach production includes, for example, a normal reach and a super reach having a higher hit reliability than the normal reach.

  When the display result of the special view game is "big hit", a finalized decoration pattern to be a predetermined big hit combination is derived as a display result of the variable display of the decoration pattern on the screen of the image display device 5 The display result of the variable display of the symbol becomes "big hit"). As an example, the same decorative symbol (for example, "7" etc.) is displayed on stop on the predetermined effective line in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, 5R of "left", "middle", "right". .

  If it is a "probable big hit" controlled to a definite change state after the end of the big hit gaming state, odd decorative symbols (for example, "7" etc.) are aligned and stop displayed, and after the end of the big hit gaming state In the case of "non-probable variation big hit (usually big hit)" which is not controlled, even-numbered decorative symbols (for example, "6" etc.) may be arranged to be stopped and displayed. In this case, an odd decorative pattern is also referred to as a probability variation pattern, and an even number decorative pattern is also referred to as a non-probability variation symbol (normal pattern). After reaching the reach mode with a non-deterministic symbol, a promotion effect that finally becomes a "possibly large hit" may be executed.

  When the display result of the special view game is "small hit", a finalized combination symbol (for example, "a small hit combination defined in advance as a display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol on the screen of the image display device 5). 1 3 5 "etc.) is derived (the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern becomes" small hit "). As an example, the decorative symbols forming the chance eyes are stopped and displayed on predetermined effective lines in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, 5R of "left", "middle", and "right". In addition, when the display result of the special figure game becomes "big hit" of some big hit types (big hit type of big hit gaming state of the same aspect as small hit gaming state) and when it becomes "small hit" , A fixed finalized design may be derived and displayed.

  When the display result of the special view game is "loss", the display mode of the variable display of the decorative symbol does not become the reach mode, but the fixed decorative symbol of the non-reach combination is displayed as the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol (" Sometimes it is stopped and displayed (the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern becomes "non-reach loss"). Also, when the display result is "loss", a predetermined reach combination which is not a big hit combination ("reach loss") as a display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol after the variable display of the decorative symbol becomes the reach aspect. There is also a case where the finalized decorative pattern is displayed in a stopped state (the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern becomes “reach loss”).

  The effects that can be executed by the pachinko gaming machine 1 include displaying the above-mentioned variable display compatible display (hold display or active display). Further, as another effect, for example, an advance notice effect or the like for giving notice of the jackpot reliability is executed while the decorative symbol is variably displayed. The advance notice effects include advance notice effects for giving notice of the jackpot reliability in the variable display in execution, and pre-reading notice effects for giving notice of the jackpot reliability in the variable display before execution (variable display for which execution is suspended). As the pre-reading advance notice effect, an effect of changing the display mode of the variable display compatible display (hold display or active display) to a mode different from the normal mode may be performed.

  Further, in the image display device 5, by temporarily stopping the decorative symbol temporarily while the decorative symbol is being variably displayed, the variable display is resumed to make one variable display appear as if it were a plurality of variable displays in a pseudo manner. The pseudo series effect may be performed.

  During the jackpot gaming state, a jackpot during the jackpot to notify the jackpot gaming state is executed. As the jackpot effect, an effect of informing the number of rounds or a promotion effect indicating that the value of the jackpot gaming state is improved may be executed. In addition, during the small hitting game state, during the small hitting during the small hitting game state which is notified the small hitting game state is executed. In addition, during the small hit gaming state, and some of the big hit type (big hit type of the big hit gaming state of the same manner as the small hit gaming state, for example, a big hit type that makes the subsequent gaming state highly probable) Depending on the state, the player may not know whether the present is in the small hit gaming state or the big hit gaming state by executing a common effect. In such a case, by performing a common effect after the end of the small hit gaming state and after the end of the big hit gaming state, it is not possible to distinguish whether it is a high probability state or a low probability state. May be

  Further, for example, when the special drawing game or the like is not executed, a demonstration (demonstration) image is displayed on the image display device 5 (a customer waiting demonstration effect is executed).

(Board configuration)
In the pachinko gaming machine 1, for example, a main board 11, a presentation control board 12, a voice control board 13, a lamp control board 14, a relay board 15 and the like as shown in FIG. 2 are mounted. In addition, on the back of the pachinko gaming machine 1, various substrates such as a payout control substrate, an information terminal substrate, a launch control substrate, a power supply substrate and the like are arranged.

  The main board 11 is a control board on the main side, and the progress of the above-mentioned game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 (execution of a special figure game (including management of suspension), execution of a common drawing game (including management of suspension), big hit It has a function to control gaming state, small hit gaming state, gaming state, etc.). The main board 11 has a game control microcomputer 100, a switch circuit 110, a solenoid circuit 111, and the like.

  The game control microcomputer 100 mounted on the main substrate 11 is, for example, a one-chip microcomputer, and has a ROM (Read Only Memory) 101, a RAM (Random Access Memory) 102, and a CPU (Central Processing Unit) 103. , A random number circuit 104, and an I / O (Input / Output port) 105.

  The CPU 103 executes a program stored in the ROM 101 to perform processing for controlling the progress of the game (processing for realizing the function of the main substrate 11). At this time, various data stored in the ROM 101 (variation patterns described later, effects control commands described later, data such as various tables referred to when performing various determinations described later) are used, and the RAM 102 is used as a main memory. . The RAM 102 is a backup RAM in which stored contents are stored for a predetermined period of time even if the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is partially or entirely stopped. Note that all or part of the program stored in the ROM 101 may be expanded on the RAM 102 and executed on the RAM 102.

  The random number circuit 104 is capable of updating numerical data indicating various random number values (game random numbers) used when controlling the progress of the game. The gaming random numbers may be updated (updated by software) as the CPU 103 executes a predetermined computer program.

  The I / O 105 includes, for example, input ports to which various signals (detection signals to be described later) are input, and various signals (first special symbol display device 4A, second special symbol display device 4B, ordinary symbol display 20, and first hold. An output port for transmitting a signal for controlling (driving) the display 25A, the second hold display 25B, the common view hold display 25C and the like, and a solenoid drive signal) is configured.

  The switch circuit 110 detects detection signals (game balls pass) from various switches (gate switch 21, start port switch (first start port switch 22A and second start port switch 22B), count switch 23) for detecting game balls. A detection signal or the like indicating that the switch has been turned on is entered and transmitted to the game control microcomputer 100. By transmitting the detection signal, it is detected that the game ball has passed or entered.

  The solenoid circuit 111 sends a solenoid drive signal (for example, a signal to turn on the solenoid 81 and the solenoid 82) from the game control microcomputer 100 to the solenoid 81 for the ordinary motorized role and the solenoid 82 for the big winning opening door. Transmit

  The main board 11 (microcomputer 100 for game control), as part of the control of the progress of the game, according to the progress of the game effect control command (command to specify (notice) the progress of the game etc.) effect control board Supply to 12. The effect control command output from the main substrate 11 is relayed by the relay substrate 15 and supplied to the effect control substrate 12. The effect control command includes, for example, various determination results on the main substrate 11 (for example, display results of special drawing games (including a big hit type), fluctuation patterns used when executing the special drawing games (described in detail later) ), Game status (for example, start and end of variable display, opening status of big winning opening, occurrence of winning, number of reserved memories, gaming state), command for designating occurrence of error and the like are included.

  The effect control board 12 is a sub-side control board independent of the main board 11, receives an effect control command, and effects (various effects corresponding to the progress of the game based on the effect control command received, It has a function of performing various notifications such as driving of the movable body 32, error notification, notification of power failure recovery, and the like.

  On the effect control board 12, a CPU 120 for effect control, a ROM 121, a RAM 122, a display control unit 123, a random number circuit 124, and an I / O 125 are mounted.

  The effect control CPU 120 executes the program stored in the ROM 121 to execute the effect together with the display control unit 123 (a process for realizing the functions of the effect control board 12, and the effect to be executed) (Including the determination of At this time, various data (data such as various tables) stored in the ROM 121 is used, and the RAM 122 is used as a main memory.

  The effect control CPU 120 displays the execution of effects based on detection signals from the controller sensor unit 35A and the push sensor 35B (signals output when detecting an operation by the player and appropriately indicating the contents of the operation). The control unit 123 may also be instructed.

  The display control unit 123 includes a VDP (Video Display Processor), a CGROM (Character Generator ROM), a VRAM (Video RAM), and the like, and executes rendering based on a rendering execution instruction from the rendering control CPU 120.

  The display control unit 123 causes the image display device 5 to display the effect image by supplying the image display device 5 with a video signal corresponding to the effect to be executed based on the execution instruction of the effect from the effect control CPU 120. Further, the display control unit 123 supplies a sound designation signal (a signal for specifying a sound to be output) to the sound control board 13 in order to perform sound output synchronized with the display of the effect image and to turn on / off the game effect lamp 9. And the lamp control board 14 is supplied with a lamp signal (a signal for specifying the lamp on / off mode). Further, the display control unit 123 supplies a signal for operating the movable body 32 to the movable body 32 or a drive circuit for driving the movable body 32.

  The voice control board 13 has various circuits for driving the speakers 8L and 8R, drives the speakers 8L and 8R based on the sound designation signal, and outputs the sound designated by the sound designation signal from the speakers 8L and 8R. Let

  The lamp control board 14 has various circuits for driving the game effect lamp 9 and drives the game effect lamp 9 based on the lamp signal, and turns on / off the game effect lamp 9 in a mode specified by the lamp signal. Do. Thus, the display control unit 123 controls voice output and lighting / extinguishing of the lamp.

  The effect control CPU 120 executes an audio output, control of lighting / extinguishing of the lamp (supply of a sound designation signal or a lamp signal, etc.), control of the movable body 32 (supply of a signal for operating the movable body 32, etc.) You may do so.

  The random number circuit 124 can count value data indicating various random number values (random numbers for effect) used to execute various effects so as to be updateable. The effect random number may be updated (updated by software) as the effect control CPU 120 executes a predetermined computer program.

  The I / O 125 mounted on the effect control board 12 transmits, for example, an input port for capturing the effect control command transmitted from the main board 11 or the like, and various signals (image signal, sound designation signal, lamp signal). And an output port of

  Substrates other than the main substrate 11, such as the effect control substrate 12, the voice control substrate 13, and the lamp control substrate 14, are also referred to as sub substrates. As in the pachinko gaming machine 1, a plurality of sub substrates may be provided for each function, or one sub substrate may be configured to have a plurality of functions.

(Operation)
Next, the operation (action) of the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described.

(Main operation of main board 11)
First, the main operation of the main substrate 11 will be described. When power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is started, the gaming control microcomputer 100 is activated, and the CPU 103 executes gaming control main processing. FIG. 3 is a flow chart showing game control main processing executed by the CPU 103 in the main board 11.

  In the game control main process shown in FIG. 3, first, the CPU 103 sets interrupt prohibition (step S1). Subsequently, necessary initialization is performed (step S2). The initial setting includes setting of a stack pointer, setting of a register of a built-in device (CTC (counter / timer circuit), parallel input / output port or the like), setting to make the RAM 102 accessible.

  Next, it is determined whether the output signal from the clear switch is on (step S3). The clear switch is mounted on, for example, a power supply substrate. When the power is turned on with the clear switch on, an output signal (clear signal) is input to the game control microcomputer 100 through the input port. If the output signal from the clear switch is on (step S3; Yes), the initialization process (step S8) is executed. In the initialization process, the CPU 103 performs a RAM clear process for clearing the flag, counter, and buffer stored in the RAM 102, and sets an initial value in the work area.

  Further, the CPU 103 transmits an effect control command instructing initialization to the effect control board 12 (step S9). When receiving the effect control command, the effect control CPU 120 performs, for example, on the image display device 5, screen display for notifying that the control of the gaming machine has been initialized.

  If the output signal from the clear switch is not on (step S3; No), it is determined whether backup data is stored in the RAM 102 (backup RAM) (step S4). When the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is stopped due to an unexpected power failure or the like (power interruption), the CPU 103 executes the power supply stop processing immediately before it becomes inoperable due to the stop of the power supply. In the power supply stop process, a process of turning on a backup flag indicating that data is backed up in the RAM 102, a data protection process of the RAM 102, and the like are executed. The data protection process includes the process of adding an error detection code (checksum, parity bit, etc.) and backing up various data. The data to be backed up includes various data (including various flags, various timer states, and the like) for progressing the game, as well as the state of the backup flag and an error detection code. In step S4, it is determined whether the backup flag is on. When the backup flag is off and backup data is not stored in the RAM 102 (step S4; No), the initialization process (step S8) is executed.

  When backup data is stored in the RAM 102 (step S4; Yes), the CPU 103 checks the data of the backed up data (performed using an error detection code), and determines whether the data is normal (step S4) S5). In step S5, it is determined whether or not the data in the RAM 102 matches the data at the time of the power supply stop, for example, by the parity bit or the checksum. If it is determined that they match, it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is normal.

  If it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is not normal (Step S5; No), the internal state can not be returned to the state at the time of stopping the power supply, so the initialization process (Step S8) is executed.

  If it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is normal (step S5; Yes), the CPU 103 performs recovery processing (step S6) for returning the internal state of the main substrate 11 to the state at the time of stopping the power supply. In the recovery process, the CPU 103 sets the work area based on the storage content of the RAM 102 (content of backed up data). As a result, when the power supply is stopped, the gaming state is restored, and when the special symbol is changing, the variation of the special symbol is resumed from the state before the recovery by execution of the timer interrupt processing for game control described later. It will be

  Then, the CPU 103 transmits, to the effect control board 12, an effect control command instructing recovery from power failure (step S 7). At the same time, the effect control command for specifying the gaming state before power interruption that has been backed up, or the effect control for specifying the display result of the special figure game in progress when the special figure game is being executed A command may be sent. These commands can use the same commands as those set for transmission in the special symbol process processing described later. When the effect control CPU 120 receives the effect control command specifying the time of recovery from the power failure, for example, in the image display device 5, it notifies that the recovery from the power failure has been made or that the recovery from the power failure is in progress. Display the screen to The effect control CPU 120 may perform appropriate screen display based on the effect control command.

  After completing the recovery process or the initialization process and transmitting the effect control command to the effect control board 12, the CPU 103 executes a random number circuit setting process for initializing the random number circuit 104 (step S10). Then, the setting of the register of the CTC incorporated in the game control microcomputer 100 is performed so that the timer interrupt is periodically performed every predetermined time (for example, 2 ms) (step S11), and the interrupt is permitted (step S12). ). Then it enters loop processing. Thereafter, an interrupt request signal is sent from the CTC to the CPU 103 every predetermined time (for example, 2 ms), and the CPU 103 can periodically execute timer interrupt processing.

  When the CPU 103 that has executed such a game control main process receives an interrupt request signal from the CTC and receives an interrupt request, the CPU 103 executes a game control timer interrupt process shown in the flowchart of FIG. 4. When the game control timer interrupt process shown in FIG. 4 is started, the CPU 103 first executes a predetermined switch process, whereby the gate switch 21, the first starting opening switch 22A, and the second starting opening are performed via the switch circuit 110. It is determined whether or not detection signals from various switches such as the switch 22B and the count switch 23 have been received (step S21). Subsequently, by executing predetermined main side error processing, abnormality diagnosis of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is performed, and a warning can be generated if necessary according to the diagnosis result (step S22). Thereafter, by executing predetermined information output processing, for example, big hit information (information indicating the number of occurrences of big hit, etc.) supplied to a hole management computer installed outside the pachinko gaming machine 1, start information (start Data such as information indicating the number of winnings and the like, and probability fluctuation information (information indicating the number of times and the like of the probability variation state) are output (step S23).

  Following the information output process, the game random number updating process for updating at least a part of the gaming random numbers used on the main substrate 11 side by software is executed (step S24). After this, the CPU 103 executes special symbol process processing (step S25). The CPU 103 executes the special symbol process process for each timer interrupt to realize management of execution and suspension of the special figure game, control of the big hit gaming state and the small hit gaming state, control of the playing state, etc. Later).

  Following the special symbol process process, a normal symbol process process is executed (step S26). The CPU 103 executes the normal symbol process process every timer interrupt, and based on the detection signal from the gate switch 21 (based on the passage of the game ball to the pass gate 41) management of execution and suspension of the common figure game, It enables the release control of the variable winning ball device 6B based on "per game". The ordinary game is executed by driving the normal symbol display 20, and the general drawing reserve display is displayed by turning on the ordinary drawing suspension display 25C.

  After executing the normal symbol process processing, as part of the game control timer interrupt processing, processing when a power failure occurs, processing for paying out a prize ball, and the like may be performed. Thereafter, the CPU 103 executes command control processing (step S27). The CPU 103 may set transmission of an effect control command in each of the above processes. In the command control process of step S27, a process of transmitting the effect control command set for transmission to the sub-side control board such as the effect control board 12 is performed. After executing the command control process, the interrupt is permitted, and then the game control timer interrupt process is ended.

  FIG. 5 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S25 shown in FIG. 4 as the special symbol process process. In the special symbol process process, the CPU 103 first executes a start winning determination process (step S101).

  In the start winning determination process, processing for detecting the occurrence of the start winning, storing pending information in a predetermined area of the RAM 102, and updating the pending storage number is executed. When a start winning occurs, a display result (including a big hit type) and a random value for determining a fluctuation pattern are extracted and stored as hold information. Further, based on the extracted random number value, processing may be executed to determine whether the display result or the variation pattern is read ahead. After storing the hold information and the number of held memories, transmission setting for transmitting the effect control command for specifying the determination result such as the occurrence of start winnings, the number of held memories, and the pre-reading judgment is performed on the effect control board 12 . For example, after the special symbol process process is completed, the effect control command at the start winning combination set in this way is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by executing the command control process of step S27 shown in FIG. Is transmitted to

  After executing the start winning determination process in S101, the CPU 103 selects and executes one of the processes in steps S110 to S120 according to the value of the special view process flag provided in the RAM 102. In each processing (steps S110 to S120) of the special symbol process processing, transmission setting for transmitting a rendering control command corresponding to each processing to the rendering control board 12 is performed.

  The special symbol normal processing of step S110 is executed when the value of the special drawing process flag is "0" (initial value). In this special symbol normal processing, it is determined whether to start the first special view game or the second special view game based on the presence / absence of the hold information and the like. In addition, in the special symbol normal processing, based on the random number value for display result determination, whether the display result of the special symbol or the decorative pattern is "big hit" or "small hit" or "big hit" in the case of "big hit" Are determined (predetermined) before the display result is derived and displayed. Furthermore, in the special symbol normal processing, a determined special symbol (one of a big hit symbol, a small hit symbol, and a lost symbol) to be stopped and displayed in the special figure game is set according to the determined display result. Thereafter, the value of the special drawing process flag is updated to "1", and the special symbol normal processing ends. In addition, the special view game using the second special view may be executed with priority over the special view game using the first special view (also referred to as special view 2 priority digest). In addition, the winning order of the game balls to the first starting winning opening and the second starting winning opening may be stored, and the start condition of the special drawing game may be established in the winning order (also referred to as winning order termination).

  When various determinations are made based on random number values, various tables stored in the ROM 101 (tables in which determination values to be compared with random value are assigned to determination results) are referred to. The same applies to other determinations on the main substrate 11 and various determinations on the effect control substrate 12. In the effect control board 12, various tables are stored in the ROM 121.

  The variation pattern setting process of step S111 is executed when the value of the special drawing process flag is "1". In this variation pattern setting process, one of a plurality of types of variation patterns is used using random value for variation pattern determination based on the result of prior determination of whether or not the display result is "big hit" or "small hit" or the like. The process of deciding on etc. is included. In the fluctuation pattern setting process, when the fluctuation pattern is determined, the value of the special drawing process flag is updated to “2”, and the fluctuation pattern setting process is ended.

  The variation pattern is the execution time of the special figure game (special figure variation time) (which is also the execution time of the variable display of the decorative symbol), the mode of the variable display of the decorative symbol (such as presence or absence of reach), and the variable display of the decorative symbol The content of the effect (type of reach effect, etc.) is designated, and is also called a variable display pattern.

  The special symbol variation process of step S112 is executed when the value of the special drawing process flag is "2". In this special symbol variation process, a process to make settings for varying the special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B, and an elapsed time from the start of the variation of the special symbol Processing etc. is included. Further, it is also determined whether the measured elapsed time has reached the special figure fluctuation time corresponding to the fluctuation pattern. Then, when the elapsed time from the start of the variation of the special symbol reaches the special figure variation time, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "3", and the special symbol variation process is ended.

  The special symbol stopping process of step S113 is executed when the value of the special drawing process flag is "3". In this special symbol stop processing, the variation of the special symbol is stopped by the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B, and the finalized special symbol to be the display result of the special symbol is stop displayed (derived) The process for setting up is included. Then, when the display result is "big hit", the value of the special processing process flag is updated to "4". On the other hand, when the big hit flag is off and the display result is "small hit", the value of the special process process flag is updated to "8". In addition, when the display result is “loss”, the value of the special drawing process flag is updated to “0”. When the display result is "small hit" or "missing", the game state is also updated when the time cut is completed and control is made in the time saving state or the positive change state. When the value of the special drawing process flag is updated, the special symbol stop process ends.

  The big hit opening pre-processing of step S114 is executed when the value of the special processing process flag is "4". This big hit opening pre-processing includes, for example, a process to start the execution of the round in the big hit gaming state and set the big winning opening to the open state based on the display result becoming "big hit" etc. It is done. When the special winning opening is opened, processing for supplying a solenoid drive signal to the solenoid 82 for the special winning opening door is executed. At this time, an open upper limit period for setting the big winning opening in an open state, and an upper limit execution number of rounds are set, for example, in accordance with which jackpot type is. When these settings are completed, the value of the special processing process flag is updated to "5", and the big hit opening pre-processing ends.

  The big hit open processing of step S115 is executed when the value of the special processing process flag is “5”. The big hit opening process is based on the process of measuring the elapsed time from opening the big winning opening, the elapsed time measured, the number of gaming balls detected by the count switch 23, etc. It includes a process of determining whether it is time to return from the open state to the closed state. Then, when returning the special winning opening to the closed state, after executing processing such as stopping supply of the solenoid drive signal to the solenoid 82 for the special winning opening door, the value of the special processing process flag is updated to "6", End the process during the big hit open.

  The big hit opening post process of step S116 is executed when the value of the special processing process flag is "6". In this big hit opening post-processing, processing to determine whether the number of executions of the round with the big winning opening opened has reached the set upper limit number of times, or when the upper limit number of times reached the big hit gaming state Includes the process of setting for terminating the program. When the number of round executions has not reached the upper limit number of executions, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "5", while when the number of rounds has reached the upper limit number of executions, The value is updated to "7". When the value of the special drawing process flag is updated, the big hit release post-processing ends.

  The big hit end processing of step S117 is executed when the value of the special processing process flag is "7". In this big hit end processing, processing to wait until waiting time corresponding to a period during which ending effect is executed as a rendering operation to notify the end of big hit gaming state, processing corresponding to the end of big hit gaming state It includes processing for performing various settings for starting control and short time control. When such setting is performed, the value of the special processing process flag is updated to “0”, and the big hit end processing ends.

  The small hit opening pre-processing of step S118 is executed when the value of the special processing process flag is "8". The small hit opening pre-processing includes, for example, a process for setting the large winning opening in the small hit gaming state based on the display result being "small hit". At this time, the value of the special drawing process flag is updated to “9”, and the small hit open pre-processing ends.

  The small hit open processing in step S119 is executed when the value of the special processing process flag is "9". In this small hit opening process, it is the timing to return the big winning opening from the open state to the closing state based on the process of measuring the elapsed time from opening the big winning opening and the measured elapsed time, etc. Processing for determining whether or not it is included is included. When the large winning opening is returned to the closed state and the small hit gaming state end timing comes, the value of the special processing process flag is updated to "10", and the small hit open processing is ended.

  The small hitting end process of step S120 is executed when the value of the special process process flag is "10". The small hit end process includes a process of waiting until a waiting time corresponding to a period in which the effect operation for notifying the end of the small hit gaming state is executed has elapsed. Here, when the small hit gaming state ends, the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 before the small hit gaming state is continued. When the waiting time at the end of the small hit gaming state has elapsed, the value of the special processing process flag is updated to "0", and the small hit end processing is ended.

(Main operation of presentation control board 12)
Next, the main operation of the effect control board 12 will be described. In the effect control board 12, when the supply of the power supply voltage is received from the power supply board or the like, the effect control CPU 120 is activated to execute the effect control main process as shown in the flowchart of FIG. When the effect control main process shown in FIG. 6 is started, the effect control CPU 120 first executes a predetermined initialization process (step S71) to clear the RAM 122 and set various initial values, and to the effect control board 12 Performs register settings etc. of the mounted CTC (counter / timer circuit). Also, an initial operation control process is executed (step S72). In the initial operation control process, control for performing an initial operation of the movable body 32, such as control for driving the movable body 32 to return to the initial position and control for performing predetermined operation confirmation is executed.

  Thereafter, it is determined whether the timer interrupt flag is on (step S73). The timer interrupt flag is set to an on state each time a predetermined time (for example, 2 milliseconds) elapses based on, for example, the register setting of CTC. At this time, if the timer interrupt flag is off (step S73; No), the process of step S73 is repeatedly performed and the process waits.

  Further, on the side of the effect control board 12, an interrupt for receiving the effect control command from the main board 11 is generated in addition to the timer interrupt generated each time a predetermined time has elapsed. This interrupt is, for example, an interrupt generated when the effect control INT signal from the main substrate 11 is turned on. If an interrupt occurs because the effect control INT signal is turned on, the effect control CPU 120 automatically sets the interrupt disable state, but interrupts using the CPU that does not automatically enter the interrupt disable state. It is desirable to issue a prohibited instruction (DI instruction). The effect control CPU 120 executes, for example, a predetermined command reception interrupt process in response to an interrupt caused by the effect control INT signal being turned on. In this command reception interrupt process, among the input ports included in the I / O 125, the effect control command is fetched from a predetermined input port that receives the control signal transmitted from the main board 11 via the relay board 15. The effect control command fetched at this time is stored, for example, in a effect control command reception buffer provided in the RAM 122. Thereafter, the effect control CPU 120 sets the interrupt permission and then ends the command reception interrupt process.

  If the timer interrupt flag is on at step S73 (step S73; Yes), the timer interrupt flag is cleared to be off (step S74), and command analysis processing is executed (step S75). In the command analysis process, for example, after reading various effect control commands transmitted from the game control microcomputer 100 of the main substrate 11 and stored in the effect control command reception buffer, the read effect control commands are read out. Corresponding settings and controls are performed. For example, the effect control command read out is stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 122 or the RAM 122 so that the effect control command can be confirmed and the content specified by the effect control command can be confirmed by the effect control process or the like. Turn on the provided reception flag. In addition, when the effect control command specifies the gaming state, the display control unit 123 may be instructed to display a background according to the gaming state.

  After the command analysis process is performed in step S75, an effect control process process is performed (step S76). In the effect control process, for example, the display operation of the effect image in the display area of the image display device 5, the sound output operation from the speakers 8L and 8R, the lighting operation in the decoration light such as the game effect lamp 9 and the decoration LED, the movable body 32 Control to operate various rendering devices is performed, such as driving operation. Further, with regard to the control content of the rendering operation using various rendering devices, determination, determination, setting, etc. are performed according to the rendering control command or the like transmitted from the main substrate 11.

  Following the effect control process of step S76, an effect random number updating process is executed (step S77), and at least a portion of the effect random numbers used on the effect control board 12 side is updated by software. Thereafter, the process returns to the process of step S73. Before returning to the process of step S73, another process may be performed.

  FIG. 7 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S76 of FIG. 6 as the effect control process. In the effect control process shown in FIG. 7, the effect control CPU 120 first executes preread advance notice setting processing (step S161). In the pre-reading notice setting process, for example, based on the presentation control command at the start winning combination transmitted from the main substrate 11, determination, determination, setting, and the like for executing the pre-reading notice effect are performed. Moreover, the process for displaying a pending | holding display is performed based on the pending | holding memory number specified from the said production control command.

  After executing the process of step S161, the effect control CPU 120 selects and executes one of the following processes of steps S170 to S177 according to the value of the effect process flag provided in the RAM 122, for example.

  The variable display start waiting process of step S170 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “0” (initial value). This variable display start waiting process is a process of determining whether or not to start variable display of the decorative symbol in the image display device 5 based on whether or not a command specifying start of variable display has been received from the main substrate 11 or the like. And so on. If it is determined that the variable display of the decorative symbol on the image display device 5 is to be started, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "1", and the variable display start waiting process is ended.

  The variable display start setting process of step S171 is a process that is executed when the value of the effect process flag is "1". In this variable display start setting process, based on the display result and the fluctuation pattern specified by the effect control command, the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol (decision decorative symbol), the mode of the variable display of the decorative symbol, reach effect and various types The presence or absence of execution of various effects such as advance notice effects and the manner and timing of execution start thereof are determined. Then, an effect control pattern (a set of control data for instructing the display control unit 123 to execute an effect) in which the determination result and the like are reflected is set. Thereafter, based on the set effect control pattern, the display control unit 123 is instructed to start execution of the variable display of the decorative symbol, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "2", and the variable display start setting process is ended. The display control unit 123 causes the image display device 5 to start variable display of the decorative symbol according to the instruction to start execution of variable display of the decorative symbol.

  The variable display effect process of step S172 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is "2". In the variable display effect process, the effect control CPU 120 instructs the display control unit 123 to display an effect image based on the effect control pattern set in step S 171 on the display screen of the image display device 5. Or, driving the movable body 32, outputting a voice or sound effect from the speakers 8L and 8R by outputting a command (sound effect signal) to the sound control board 13, a command (electric decoration signal) to the lamp control board 14 Various effect control is performed during the variable display of the decorative symbol, such as turning on / off / flashing the game effect lamp 9 and the decorative LED by the output. After performing such effect control, for example, the end code indicating the end of the variable display of the decorative symbol is read out from the effect control pattern, or the command specifying that the main decorative object 11 is made to stop and display the decorative symbol is received In response to what has been done, the fixed decoration pattern that is the display result of the decoration pattern is stopped and displayed. When the finalized decorative symbol is stopped and displayed, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "3", and the variable display effect processing ends.

  The process for waiting for a special figure in step S173 is a process that is executed when the value of the effect process flag is "3." In the waiting process for the special view, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the effect control command designating start of the big hit game state or the small hit game state is received from the main board 11. Then, when the effect control command designating start of the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state is received, if the command designates the start of the big hit gaming state, the value of the effect process flag is set to “6 Update to On the other hand, if the command designates the start of the small hit gaming state, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "4" which is a value corresponding to the small hit middle effect processing. In addition, it is determined that the display result in the special figure game is "lost" when the reception waiting time of the command elapses without receiving the command specifying that the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state is started. Thus, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "0" which is the initial value. When the value of the rendering process flag is updated, the special drawing hit waiting process is ended.

  The small hitting middle effect process of step S174 is a process executed when the value of the effect control process flag is "4". In this small hit medium effect processing, the CPU for effect control 120 sets, for example, a effect control pattern corresponding to the contents of the effect in the small hit game state, and executes various effect controls in the small hit game state based on the setting contents. . Further, in the small hitting medium effect processing, for example, in response to the reception of a command specifying termination of the small hit gaming state from the main substrate 11, the value of the presentation process flag is a value corresponding to the small hit ending effect. Update to a certain "5" and end small hitting medium effect processing.

  The small hitting end effect process of step S175 is a process executed when the value of the effect control process flag is "5". In this small hitting end effect processing, the CPU for effect control 120 sets, for example, a effect control pattern and the like corresponding to the end of the small hit gaming state, etc., and various kinds of effect control at the end of the small hit gaming state based on the setting contents. Run. Thereafter, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "0" which is the initial value, and the small hitting end effect processing is ended.

  The jackpot inside effect process of step S176 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is "6". In the big hit internal effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, an effect control pattern corresponding to the effect contents in the big hit gaming state, and executes various effect controls in the big hit gaming state based on the setting contents. Further, in the big hit inside effect processing, the value of the effect control process flag is a value corresponding to the ending effect processing, for example, in response to the reception of the command specifying the end of the big hit gaming state from the main board 11 Update to 7 ′ ′ and complete the big hit internal rendering process.

  The ending effect process of step S177 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is "7". In this ending effect process, the CPU for effect control 120 sets, for example, a effect control pattern corresponding to the end of the big hit gaming state, etc., and performs various effect control of ending effect at the end of the big hit gaming state based on the setting contents. Run. Thereafter, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "0" which is an initial value, and the ending effect processing is ended.

(Modification of basic explanation)
The present invention is not limited to the pachinko gaming machine 1 described in the above basic description, and various modifications and applications are possible without departing from the spirit of the present invention.

  The pachinko gaming machine 1 of the above basic description is a payout type gaming machine that pays out a predetermined number of gaming media as a prize based on the occurrence of a prize, but encloses the gaming media and gives a score based on the occurrence of a prize It may be an enclosed game machine.

  What is displayed during the variable display of the special symbol is only one type of symbol (for example, a symbol indicating "-"), and the variable display may be performed by repeating the display and the light-off of the symbol. Further, even when the symbol is displayed during variable display, the symbol may not be displayed when the variable display is stopped (a symbol indicating “−” may not be displayed as a display result).

  In the above basic description, the pachinko gaming machine 1 is shown as a gaming machine, but a medal is inserted, a predetermined bet number is set, and a plurality of types of symbols are rotated according to the operation of the control lever by the player. A slot machine capable of executing a game in which a predetermined number of medals are paid out to a player when the combination of stop symbols becomes a combination of specific symbols when the symbols are stopped in response to the operation of the stop button by the player The present invention is also applicable to slot machines equipped with at least one of regular bonus, RT, AT, ART, CZ (hereinafter referred to as a bonus etc.).

  The program and data for realizing the present invention are not limited to the form of being distributed / provided by a removable recording medium to the computer device etc. included in the pachinko gaming machine 1, but the computer device etc. may be previously provided. It may be distributed by being installed in the storage device of Furthermore, by providing a communication processing unit, the program and data for realizing the present invention are distributed by downloading from another device on a network connected via a communication line or the like. It does not matter.

  And the execution form of the game is not limited to that executed by attaching the removable recording medium, but can be executed by temporarily storing the program and data downloaded via the communication line etc. in the internal memory etc. It may be executed directly using hardware resources of another device on the network connected via a communication line or the like. Furthermore, the game may be executed by exchanging data with another computer device or the like via a network.

  In the present specification, expressions of comparison of various proportions such as the execution proportion of the rendition (expressions such as “high”, “low”, “different”, etc.) indicate that one is a proportion of “0%”. May be included. For example, it also includes that one is a proportion of “0%” and the other is a proportion of “100%” or a proportion less than “100%”.

(Description of feature unit 112IW)
Next, the feature part 112IW will be described. First, as shown in FIGS. 8-1 and 8-2, the pachinko gaming machine (game machine) 1 is roughly divided into an outer frame 112IW 001a formed in a vertically-long rectangular frame shape, and a game board constituting a game board surface It comprises a (gauge board) 2 (see FIG. 1) and a gaming machine frame (underframe) 112IW003 for supporting and fixing the gaming board 2. A game area is formed on the game board 2. In this game area, game balls as game media are fired from a predetermined ball striking device and are shot. Further, in the gaming machine frame 112IW003, a glass door frame 112IW003a having a glass window is located between a door opening position where the front face of the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is opened centering on the left side and a door closing position where the front face is closed. It is rotatably provided so that the game area can be opened and closed by the glass door frame 112IW003a. When the glass door frame 112IW003a is closed, the game area can be seen through the glass window.

  In addition, the gaming machine frame 112IW003 can be opened by inserting a door key owned by a salesclerk or the like at a game arcade in front of a lock (not shown) and unlocking the game machine frame 112IW003 and glass for players other than the salesclerk The door frame 112IW003a can not be opened.

  The main board 11 is mounted on the back of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in a state of being housed in a substrate case 112IW201 configured to be openable by the first member and the second member. In addition, on the main board 11, there are a setting key 112IW 051 for switching to a setting change state or setting confirmation state to be described later, and a setting value such as a jackpot probability (outfall rate) to be described later in the setting change state. A setting changeover switch 112IW052 which functions as a setting switch is provided.

  A setting switching main body provided with an operation portion operable by the player such as the setting key 112IW051 and the setting switching switch 112IW052 is accommodated in the substrate case 112IW201 together with the main substrate 11, and the setting key 112IW051 and the setting switching switch 112IW052 Is exposed on the back side through an opening formed on the back right side of the substrate case 112IW201 so as to be operable without opening the substrate case 112IW201.

  Since the substrate case 112IW201 having the setting key 112IW051 and the setting changeover switch 52 is provided on the back of the pachinko gaming machine 1, when the gaming machine frame 3 is closed, the operation from the front side of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is not This operation is possible by opening the gaming machine frame 3 using a predetermined door key. In addition, since the setting key 112IW051 requires the operation of the setting key owned by the store clerk or the like in the game arcade, only the store clerk who holds the setting key can be operated. The setting key 112IW051 is also a switch capable of performing an ON / OFF switching operation described later. In the feature portion 112IW, the door key and the setting key are illustrated as being separate keys, but one key may be shared.

  In the substrate case 112IW201, as shown in FIG. 8-8A, a display monitor 112IW029 and a display switching switch 112IW030 for switching the display of the display monitor 112IW029 are arranged. The display monitor 112IW029 and the display switching switch 112IW030 are connected to the main substrate 11 and disposed at the upper left portion of the substrate case 112IW201. That is, the display monitor 112IW029 and the display switching switch 112IW030 are disposed in front of the main substrate 11 in the substrate case 112IW201 when the main substrate 11 is viewed. The main substrate 11 can not be viewed in the state where the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is not opened, so the front when viewing the main substrate 11 is the back side of the gaming board 2 in the state where the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is opened. It is the front at the time of visual recognition, and is different from the front of the pachinko gaming machine 1. However, the front of the main substrate 11 may be shared with the front of the pachinko gaming machine 1 when the main substrate 11 is viewed.

  As described above, the setting key 112IW051 and the setting change switch 112IW052 in the main feature portion 112IW can not be operated from the front side of the pachinko gaming machine 1 when the gaming machine frame 3 is closed. There is a possibility that the setting key 112IW051 or the setting changeover switch 112IW052 may be operated from the inside or the like of the gaming island where the pachinko gaming machine 1 is installed. In the feature portion 112IW, as shown in FIGS. 8-2 and 8-3, the right end portion of the outer frame 112IW001a includes the setting key 112IW051 and the setting changeover switch 52 when the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is closed. A security cover 112IW 500A is attached which covers the right side of the substrate case 112IW 201 from the back side. The security cover 112IW500A is a substantially L-shaped member including a short piece 112IW500Aa facing in the front-rear direction and a long piece 112IW500Ab extending from the rear end of the short piece 112IW500Aa toward the left side of the pachinko gaming machine 1 And a transparent plate-like synthetic resin material. The upper and lower dimensions of the short piece 112IW500Aa are substantially the same as the upper and lower dimensions of the back plate of the substrate case 112IW201. The security cover 112IW 500A is fixed to the right end of the outer frame 112IW 001a via the front end of the short piece 112IW 500Aa.

  As shown in FIG. 8-2, the long piece 112IW500Ab contacts (or approaches) the right portion of the board case 112IW201 from the back of the pachinko gaming machine 1 when the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is closed. Thus, the right side portion of the substrate case 112IW201 including the setting key 112IW051 and the setting changeover switch 112IW052 is covered from the back side of the pachinko gaming machine 1. Therefore, the setting key 112IW051 and the setting changeover switch 112IW052 become inoperable by the long piece 112IW500Ab. On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 8-3, when the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is open, the setting key 112IW051 and the setting change switch 112IW052 move along with the gaming machine frame 112IW003, and from the long piece 112IW500Ab By being separated, the covering state by the long piece 112IW 500Ab is released, and thus the operation becomes possible.

  That is, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the feature portion 112IW, in the state where the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is closed, the security cover 112IW500A restricts the operation on the operation unit including the setting key 112IW051 and the setting change switch 112IW052. In the state where the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is opened while being maintained in the state, the restriction state by the security cover 112IW500A described above is released, and the operation of the setting key 112IW051 and the setting changeover switch 112IW052 is permitted. It becomes a state.

  Since the substrate case 112IW201 is provided on the back side of the pachinko gaming machine 1, it is extremely difficult to access the setting key 112IW051 or the setting change switch 112IW052 in a state where the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is closed. The setting value can not be changed by operating the setting key 112IW051 or the setting change switch 112IW052 unless the store clerk or the like in the game arcade opens the gaming machine frame 112IW003 with the door key.

  However, even if the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is closed in a state where the pachinko gaming machine 1 is installed on a gaming island (not shown) of the gaming field, for example, with other pachinko gaming machines adjacent to the pachinko gaming machine 1 The setting member 112IW051 on the back side of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is made to enter an unauthorized member such as a wire or cell board from between the gaming apparatus such as a card unit installed between the spacer member and the pachinko gaming machine 1 Because there is a possibility that an illegal act such as changing the setting value by operating the setting change switch 112IW052 may occur, the setting cover 112IW051 is switched to the setting key 112IW051 by the security cover 112IW500A while the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is closed. A restricted state in which the operation on the operation unit including the switch 112IW052 is restricted By being maintained, it is possible to suitably suppress the abuse.

  Also, even in the restricted state where the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is closed and the back right side of the substrate case 112IW201 including the setting key 112IW051 and the setting change switch 112IW052 is covered by the security cover 112IW500A, the substrate is transparent through the security cover 112IW500A having transparency. Since the main substrate 11 and the like accommodated in the case 112 IW 201 can be seen through, it is possible to easily confirm the mounting surface on which the electronic component such as the CPU 103 is mounted on the main substrate 11 and the condition of sealing and the like.

  In the game control microcomputer 100, the CPU 103 executes the program read from the ROM 101, and uses the RAM 102 as a work area to execute various processes for controlling the progression of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1. Further, the CPU 103 can generate all of various random numbers used on the main substrate 11 side by executing a random number generation program.

  In the feature portion 112IW, on the side of the main substrate 11, in addition to the random number value MR1 for the special figure display result determination, the random number value MR2 for the big hit type determination, the random number value MR3 for the variation pattern determination, and the common figure display result determination Numerical data representing each of the random number value MR4 and the random number value MR5 for determining the initial value of MR4 is controlled to be able to be counted. Note that other random values may be used to enhance the gaming effect. The random number values MR1 to MR5 may be counted by software update using different random counters in the CPU 103, or may be updated by the random number circuit 104. The random number circuit 104 may be built in the gaming control microcomputer 100 or may be configured as a random number circuit chip different from the gaming control microcomputer 100. The random numbers used to control the progress of such a game are also referred to as gaming random numbers.

  In the ROM 101 of the microcomputer 100 for game control, various table data and the like used to control the progress of the game are stored in addition to the program for game control. For example, the ROM 101 stores table data constituting a plurality of determination tables shown in FIGS. 8-4 and 8-5, etc., prepared for the CPU 103 to make various determinations and determinations. In addition, table data constituting a plurality of control pattern tables used for the CPU 103 to output various control signals from the main substrate 11 in the ROM 101, and variation patterns of each symbol in the variable display such as a special symbol or a normal symbol The fluctuation pattern table etc. which store two or more kinds of fluctuation patterns which become are stored.

  The determination table stored in the ROM 101 includes, for example, a display result determination table (setting value 1) shown in FIG. 8-4 (A), a display result determination table (setting value 2) shown in FIG. 8-4 (B), In addition to the display result judgment table (setting value 3) shown in -4 (C), the big hit type judgment table shown in FIG. 8-5 (A), the big hit fluctuation pattern judgment table (not shown), the small hit fluctuation pattern judgment table ( 8-6, loss variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 8-6, common drawing display result determination table (not shown), common drawing variation pattern determination table (not shown), etc. are included.

  The pachinko gaming machine 1 in the feature portion 112IW is configured to change the jackpot probability (out-rolling rate) in accordance with the set value. Specifically, in the special symbol normal processing of the special symbol process processing, by using the display result judgment table (winning probability) according to the set value, the winning probability (out-rolling probability) of the big hit is changed . The set value is composed of three steps of 1 to 3. The payout rate is lowest when 1 is the lowest, and the payout rate becomes higher as the value becomes larger in the order of 1, 2 and 3. That is, when 1 is set as the setting value, the degree of advantage is the lowest for the player, and the degree of advantage increases stepwise as the value increases in the order of 2 and 3. In the present characteristic portion 112IW, the win probability for the small hit is the same regardless of the set value.

(Display result judgment table)
8A to 8C are explanatory diagrams showing display result determination tables corresponding to the respective setting values. The display result determination table is a collection of data stored in the ROM 101 and is a table in which a hit determination value to be compared with the MR 1 is set. In each display result judgment table, the fluctuation special figure designation buffer is 1 (first), that is, the first special symbol is a target of fluctuation indication, and the fluctuation special figure designation buffer is 2 (second) That is, for each of the cases where the second special symbol is subject to variable display, a judgment value for a big hit and a judgment value for a small hit are set.

  As shown in FIG. 8-4 (A), when the variation special figure designation buffer is the first when using the display result determination table corresponding to the setting value 1, that is, the first special symbol is the target of variation indication If it is determined that the set value is “2” or “3”, the jackpot is won with a lower probability (1/320 at the time of non-probability variation, 1/32 at the probability variation). On the other hand, a part of these judgment values is set as a judgment value corresponding to the small hit, and the small hit is won with the same probability (1/99) as when the set value is "2" or "3". It is supposed to Also, when the variation special figure designation buffer is the second, the same determination value as the case where the variation special figure designation buffer is the first is set as the determination value corresponding to the big hit, and the second special symbol Even if the subject is subject to variable display, it will win the jackpot with the same probability as when the first special symbol is subject to variable display (1/320 at the time of non-probability change, 1/32 at the time of probability change) Do. On the other hand, half of these determination values are set as determination values corresponding to small hits, so the probability is higher (1/2) than in the case where the first special symbol is targeted for variable display. It is supposed to win a win.

  Also, as shown in FIG. 8-4 (B), when using the display result judgment table corresponding to setting value 2, if the variation special figure designation buffer is the first, the setting value is "1". Wins a big hit with a higher probability than in a certain case (1/300 at non definite variation, 1/30 at definite variation). On the other hand, a part of these judgment values is set as a judgment value corresponding to a small hit, and the small hit is won with the same probability (1/99) as when the set value is "1" or "3". It is supposed to Also, when the variation special figure designation buffer is the second, the same determination value as the case where the variation special figure designation buffer is the first is set as the determination value corresponding to the big hit, and the second special symbol Even when the target of the variable display is selected, the jackpot wins the big hit with the same probability (1/300 at the non-probable change, 1/30 at the positive change) as in the case where the first special symbol is the target of the variable display. Do. On the other hand, half of these determination values are set as determination values corresponding to small hits, which is a higher probability than in the case where the first special symbol is targeted for variable display, and the set value It is supposed that the small hit will be won with the same probability (1/2) as in the case of “1” and “3”.

  In addition, as shown in FIG. 8-4 (C), when using the display result determination table corresponding to the setting value 3, if the variation special figure designation buffer is the first, the setting value is “1”, A big hit is won with a probability (1/280 at the time of non definite variation and 1/28 at the definite variation) higher than the case of "2". On the other hand, a part of these judgment values is set as a judgment value corresponding to the small hit, and the small hit is won with the same probability (1/99) as when the set value is "1" or "2". It is supposed to Also, when the variation special figure designation buffer is the second, the same determination value as the case where the variation special figure designation buffer is the first is set as the determination value corresponding to the big hit, and the second special symbol Even if the subject is subject to variable display, it will win the jackpot with the same probability as when the first special symbol is subject to the variable display (1/280 when not positive change, 1/28 when positive change). Do. On the other hand, half of these determination values are set as determination values corresponding to small hits, which is a higher probability than in the case where the first special symbol is targeted for variable display, and the set value It is designed to win a small hit with the same probability (1/2) as when 1 is "1" or "2".

  That is, the CPU 103 refers to the display result determination table corresponding to the setting value set at that time, and the value of MR1 corresponds to the big hit shown in FIGS. 8-4A to 8C. If it agrees with the hit judgment value, it decides to make it a big hit (big hit type A to big hit type C) regarding the special symbol. When MR1 matches any of the hit determination values corresponding to the small hits shown in FIGS. 8-4A to 8C, it is determined that the special symbol is to be a small hit. That is, the winning of the big hit and the small hit is decided with the probability according to the set value. The “probability” shown in FIGS. 8-4A to 8C indicates the probability (percentage) of becoming a big hit and the probability (percentage) of becoming a small hit. In addition, to decide whether to make a big hit is to decide whether to control to a big hit gaming state, but the stop symbol in the first special symbol display 4A or the second special symbol display 4B It is also to decide whether or not to make it a jackpot symbol. In addition, to decide whether or not to make a small hit is to determine whether to control the small hit gaming state, but the stop in the first special symbol display 4A or the second special symbol display 4B It is also to decide whether or not to make the symbol a small hit symbol.

  In this example, as shown in FIG. 8-4, although the case of the small winning probability being the same is shown regardless of the set value, the present invention is not limited to such a mode. For example, as in the case of the jackpot winning probability, the smaller the winning probability may be set to increase as the setting value increases in the order of 1, 2 and 3. Further, in this case, the setting difference of the winning probability of the small hit may be made to be the same ratio as the setting difference of the winning probability of the big hit. Specifically, if the winning probability of the small hit in the setting value “1” is 1/100, the winning probability of the small hit in the setting value “2” is designed to be 1 / 93.75, The probability of winning a small hit at the setting value “3” may be set to 1 / 87.5.

  Further, in the gaming machine in which the small hit is not provided, the configuration shown by the main feature part 112IW may be applied.

  In the feature portion 112IW, the CPU 103 is configured to determine whether to make a big hit or a small hit using the display result determination tables shown in FIGS. 8-4A to 8C. A big hit judgment table and a small hit judgment table are provided separately, and the judgment of the big hit is the fluctuation display of the first special symbol regardless of the fluctuation special view designation buffer and the fluctuation display of the second special symbol. The common table may be used for the determination, and the small hit determination may be performed using separate tables for the first and second variation special-characteristic designation buffers.

  Further, in the feature portion 112IW, although the case where the degree of advantage is higher in the order of set value “1” <set value “2” <set value “3” is shown, for example, the order of the degree of advantage May be configured to change. For example, the present invention is applied to a gaming machine which is controlled to a high probability / high base state, maintained at a high probability / high base state until the next big hit occurs, and obtained a prize ball having a small hit game. In this case, in the present example, as shown in FIG. 8-4, when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed, a small hit occurs with a high probability of 1/2, and a period in which a prize ball is easily obtained In the specific gaming state (in this example, high probability / high base state), unlike the other gaming states, it is difficult to generate a big hit (high probability / high base state tends to continue). The value “1” may be set to the highest degree of advantage.

  In addition, for example, after being controlled to the probability change state (high probability state), the same probability change when applied to a gaming machine in which the probability change state is terminated based on the execution of the variable display of the predetermined number of times (number of probability change terminations). If it is the number of terminations, the probability change continuation rate (the continuous rate) may increase in the order of setting value “1” <setting value “2” <setting value “3”.

  In the feature portion 112IW, a total of three setting values of 1 to 3 are provided as setting values that can be set to the pachinko gaming machine 1, but the present invention is not limited to this, and pachinko gaming machines The set value that can be set to 1 may be two or four or more.

(Big hit classification judgment table)
FIG. 8-5A is an explanatory diagram of the jackpot type determination table stored in the ROM 101. As shown in FIG. In the main feature portion 112IW, when the jackpot type is determined using the suspension storage based on the game ball having won the first start winning opening (that is, when the variable display of the first special symbol is performed), In the case of determining the jackpot type using the suspension storage based on the game ball winning in the second start winning opening (that is, when the variable display of the second special symbol is performed), the common jackpot type determination table Although configured to be used, different tables may be provided so that the ratio of determining which jackpot type is different.

  The big hit type determination table is a type of big hit from big hit type A to big hit type C based on a random number for big hit type determination (MR2) when it is determined that the variable display result is made a big hit symbol. It is a table that is referenced to determine which one.

  In the big hit type determination table shown in FIG. 8-5 (A), a determination value corresponding to the random number for big hit type determination (MR2) is assigned to each set value, but for simplification of the description, assignment is performed. The ratio of the judged value is shown. That is, the ratio of which of the big hit type A to the big hit type C is determined is shown for each setting value. In addition, determination values corresponding to random numbers are actually assigned to the lost fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 8-6 described later, the non-reach lost fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 8-7, etc. In order to simplify the above, the proportion of assigned judgment values is shown.

  As shown in FIG. 8-5 (A), in the jackpot type determination table, when the setting value is “1”, the proportion determined as the jackpot type C is high, and when the setting value is “2”, When the percentage determined to be the big hit type B is high and the setting value is “3”, the determination value is assigned such that the percentage determined to be the big hit type A is high.

  Here, the jackpot type in the main feature part 112IW will be described using FIG. 8-5 (B). In the main feature part 112IW, a fanfare period, an interval period and an ending period in the big hit game are respectively defined for each big hit type. It is done.

  The fanfare period is, for example, a period in which the big hit opening process of step S114 is executed on the main substrate 11 side, and after the big hit symbol is stopped and displayed on the effect control board 12 side, the start of the big hit gaming state It is a period during which fanfare effect is performed as the effect operation to be notified.

  The interval period is, for example, a period in which the big hit post-processing of step S116 is executed on the main substrate 11 side, and after the round of opening the big winning opening on the effect control substrate 12 side is completed, It is a period during which the interval effect as the effect operation to notify the start of the round of is performed.

  The ending period is, for example, a period in which the big hit end processing of step S117 is executed on the main board 11 side, and on the effect control board 12 side, ending effect is executed as a rendering operation to notify the end of the big hit gaming state. Period.

  As shown in FIG. 8-5 (B), the fanfare period, interval period, and ending period become the longest in the case of the big hit type A, then become longer in the case of the big hit type B, and the most in the case of the big hit type C. It is set to be short.

  As described above, in the present characteristic portion 112IW, when the setting value is “1”, the percentage determined to be the big hit type C is high, so the fanfare period, interval period, and ending period tend to be relatively short. On the other hand, when the set value is “3”, the percentage determined to be the jackpot type A is high, and the fanfare period, interval period, and ending period tend to be relatively long. Therefore, the average period of the fanfare period, the interval period, and the ending period becomes longer in the order of the setting value “1” <“2” <“3”.

  In the present characteristic portion 112IW, the winning probability (out-rolling rate) of the big hit becomes higher in the order of the setting value “1” <“2” <“3”, but at the same time, the setting value “1” In the order of “<2” <“3”, the average period of the fanfare period, the interval period and the ending period is also configured to be longer. With such a configuration, when the winning probability (out-rolling rate) of the big hit is set high, it is possible to lengthen the average period of the fanfare period, interval period and ending period, that is, to delay the progression of the game, Can be prevented from becoming too high.

  In this feature portion 112IW, during the big hit game, it is configured to be able to execute a big hit inside suggestion effect (details will be described later) suggesting the set value, but this big hit inside suggestion effect during the fanfare period, interval period and ending It is feasible in the period. Such a configuration can enhance the interest of the fanfare period, interval period, and ending period. In addition, it is possible to make it difficult to notice the length of each period by directing the player's attention to the jackpot suggestion effect.

  In addition, in the fanfare period, the interval period, and the ending period, a common effect may be performed regardless of the length of the set period. In this case, it is desirable that effects (for example, display of a still image, etc.) which are difficult for the player to notice the length of the period are executed in common.

  Further, in the feature portion 112IW, a fanfare period, an interval period, and an ending period are set for each big hit type, and by configuring so that the ratio of determining which big hit type is different for each set value, When the winning probability (out-rolling rate) is set to a high setting, the average period of the fanfare period, interval period and ending period is lengthened, that is, the progress of the game is delayed, but the invention is not limited to such a configuration. The fanfare period, the interval period and the ending period may be fixedly set for each value. Further, for example, one of a plurality of types of fanfare periods, interval periods, and ending periods having different predetermined periods may be determined by lottery. In this case, a table is used in which the determination values are set such that the proportion of selection of the fanfare period, interval period, and ending period, in which relatively long periods are set in the order of jackpot type A <B <C, is high. Thus, the average value of the fanfare period, the interval period, and the ending period can be made longer in the order of “1” <“2” <“3” in the setting value.

  In this feature portion 112IW, in any case of the big hit type A to the big hit type C, the time shortening control and the probability variation control executed after the end of the big hit gaming state is a predetermined number of times (100 times in the present feature portion 112IW). The game is ended by the game being played or the big hit game state being made before the predetermined number of special game is played, but for example, the number of times of the time saving control and the probability variation control is made different for each big hit type In the case of a specific big hit type, high probability control and time saving control which are executed after the end of the big hit gaming state are continuously executed until a big hit occurs again after the end of the big hit gaming state. It may be done. In the case of such a specific jackpot type, the jackpot gaming state is continuously generated without passing through the normal state, ie, a so-called continuous state. The feature 112 IW is configured such that the percentage of big hit differs for each setting value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1, but in addition to or instead of such a configuration, the probability variation continues for each setting value The rates may be different.

  Further, in the feature portion 112IW, there is no difference in the degree of advantage (for example, the number of rounds in big hit game, presence or absence of time reduction control and probability change control, number of controls, etc.) in big hit type A to big hit type C, fanfare period, interval Although the average period of the period and the ending period is configured to be different, for example, the number of rounds in the big hit game, the presence or absence of time reduction control and probability change control, the number of control times are different for each big hit type, and the degree of advantage is different. You may do so. In this case, the effects in the round may be different for each jackpot type, or may be the same regardless of the jackpot type.

  In the present characteristic portion 112IW, according to the set value, the big hit type when the variation display result is a big hit is determined at a different ratio from the big hit type A, the big hit type B, and the big hit type C. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and depending on the set values that are set, among the big hit type A, the big hit type B, and the big hit type C, the big hit type that can not be determined is one or There may be more than one. That is, depending on the set value being set, the determination ratio of the jackpot type may differ by not determining any one of the jackpot types (the determination ratio is 0%) or 100% of the specific jackpot types. It is included to determine in proportions.

  Further, in the feature portion 112IW, the fanfare period, the interval period and the ending period are different according to the big hit type, but the fanfare period, the interval period and the ending are not limited to such modes. The periods may be configured to be different. For example, the fanfare period, the interval period, and the ending period according to the setting value may be uniformly determined according to which of the setting values “1” to “3”. In addition, for example, according to which of the set values “1” to “3”, the lottery process with the selection probability according to the set value is performed to determine the fanfare period, the interval period, and the ending period. You may

  As described above, in the main feature portion 112IW, since the determination ratio of the jackpot type when the variation display result is the jackpot differs according to the set value set, it is possible to improve the game interest. .

  In the present characteristic portion 112IW, the big hit type is determined using MR2 which is a random number value for big hit type determination, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the big hit type is the result of displaying the special image. You may determine using MR1 which is a random value for determination.

  In the feature portion 112IW, the larger the setting value set for the pachinko gaming machine 1, the more advantageous it is for the player (the big hit probability and the small hit probability increase, and the big hit type C as the big hit type is easily determined) However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the smaller the setting value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1, the more advantageous it may be for the player.

  Further, in the present characteristic portion 112IW, while the big hit probability changes in accordance with the setting value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1, the game property itself is not changed, but the present invention is limited thereto. The game property may be changed according to the setting value set for the pachinko gaming machine 1 instead.

  For example, when the setting value set for the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 1, the gaming property (so-called probability variation loop type) in which the big hit probability in the normal status is 1/320 and the probability status is 65% If the setting value set for the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 2, the game ball is provided in the special variable winning ball device 7 in a specific round during a big hit in the normal state with 1/200 of the big hit probability in the normal state While controlling the gaming state after the end of the big hit game to a definite change state based on passing the predetermined count switch, the game where the game ball passes the count switch in the big hit game according to the big hit type differs If the set value set for the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 3, the big hit probability is 1/320 and the small hit probability is 1/50. Also as a game property (so-called 1 type 2 type mixed type) which is controlled to the big hit game state on the basis of passing the specified count switch which is provided inside special variable winning a prize ball device 7 (during time saving control) Good. Furthermore, although the setting value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is the same as 1 to 3 in the game property, the big hit probability and the small hit probability are higher than the case where the setting values are any of 1 to 3 A setting in which the number of award balls obtainable during the big hit game is small (for example, when the setting value set for the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 4) may be provided.

  Furthermore, as described above, in the case where the game property is changed in accordance with the set value, the common switch may be used for different applications. Specifically, in the case of the above-described example, when the set value is 1 or 4, a predetermined count switch provided in the special variable winning prize ball device 7 is a switch for effect (a game ball passes the count switch) Use as a switch to perform a predetermined effect each time you set, if the setting value is 2 or 3, the game switch (game ball is a predetermined count switch provided in the special variable winning ball device 7 The game state may be used as a switch for controlling the gaming state to a probability change state or a big hit gaming state based on passing through the count switch.

(Variation pattern judgment table)
The ROM 101 also stores a variation pattern determination table for determining a variation pattern based on the random number value MR3 for variation pattern determination, and the variation pattern is one of the plurality of types described above according to the result of the prior determination. Decide on one of the fluctuation patterns.

  Specifically, as the variation pattern determination table, the big hit variation pattern determination table used when it is previously determined that the variation display result is "big hit", and the "small hit" variation display result A small hit variation pattern determination table to be used when is pre-determined, and a loss variation pattern determination table to be used when it is pre-decided to set the variation display result to "lost" is prepared in advance. .

(Loss change pattern judgment table)
FIGS. 8-6 is explanatory drawing which shows a loss fluctuation pattern determination table. In the characteristic portion 112IW, a period (hereinafter, also referred to as a special period) until the variation display is performed a predetermined number of times (30 times in this example) from the time when the setting change is performed at power on. Hereinafter, different loss variation pattern determination tables are used in different periods of time).

  Specifically, in the special period, the variation pattern is determined using the first loss variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 8-6A, and in the non-special period, it is illustrated in FIG. 8-6B. The variation pattern is determined using the second loss variation pattern determination table. In addition, in the present characteristic portion 112IW, a period from when the setting change is performed at the time of power activation to when the variable display is performed a predetermined number of times (30 times in this example) is a special period, but the present invention is limited thereto For example, regardless of whether or not the setting change is performed when the power is turned on, the period until the variable display is performed a predetermined number of times (30 times in this example) may be set as the special period. Also, using a real time clock or the like, a special period may be used if it is a predetermined time zone (for example, from 9 am to 11 am). Also, a period until the first big hit occurs may be set as a special period.

  The first and second loss variation pattern determination tables shown in FIGS. 8-6A and 8B are normal reach loss and super reach loss in the order of setting value “1” <“2” <“3”. Judgment values are assigned such that the ratio is high and the ratio of non-reach lost is low. With such a configuration, the execution ratio of normal reach and super reach differs according to the set value, so the set value is suggested by the frequency at which the normal reach and the super reach are performed.

  The first loss variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 8-6 (A) has a higher ratio of the normal reach loss, compared to the second loss variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. Judgment values are assigned such that the difference in the ratio of normal reach loss between the two becomes large. With such a configuration, in the special period, the difference in the frequency of executing the normal reach is more easily recognized than in the non-special period (that is, it becomes easy to recognize the suggestion of the set value). Can increase the fun of the game.

  Note that, for example, a variation pattern with super reach (or a particular variation pattern thereof) is determined at the same rate regardless of the difference in the set value (or regardless of the difference between the special period and the non-special period). You may By doing this, depending on the set value, only the specific variation pattern (in this example, normal reach loss) the execution rate will be different, and the setting value is suggested by the frequency at which the specific variation pattern is executed. become. In addition, conversely, according to the set value, the selection ratio of the fluctuation pattern which causes the super reach loss may also be changed.

  The first and second loss variation pattern determination tables shown in FIGS. 8-6 (A) and (B) are either normal reach loss or super reach loss depending on the set value, except for non-reach loss. Judgment values are assigned such that the proportion of (i.e., the normal reach loss: the balance of super reach loss) is different. Specifically, in the first loss variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 8-6 (A), the ratio of normal reach loss becomes extremely high in the order of the set value “1” <“2” <“3” (this example) In the second loss variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 8-6 (B), the normal reach loss in the order of the setting value “1” <“2” <“3”. Is set to be slightly higher (in this example, 0.2% higher). With such a configuration, the setting value is suggested by the selection tendency of the normal reach loss and the super reach loss. Moreover, the difference in selection tendency can be increased between the special period and the non-special period.

  In the feature portion 112IW, the setting suggestion effect can be executed at a different rate according to the setting value, but this means that the execution ratio of the whole normal reach loss and the super reach loss varies according to the setting value, and according to the setting value This is a concept including that the execution ratios of normal reach loss and super reach loss are different, and that the execution ratio of only normal reach loss differs depending on the set value.

  In the feature portion 112IW, the common background image is displayed on the image display device 5 when any of the first and second loss variation pattern determination tables shown in FIGS. 8-6A and 8B is used. To display the variation of the decoration pattern. Further, even when the setting value is set to any of 1 to 3, the image display device 5 displays a common background image, and performs variation display of the decorative pattern. Note that a dedicated background image may be displayed only during a special period or a period from when the power is turned on until the variable display is performed a predetermined number of times (30 times in this example). With such a configuration, it is possible to enhance the enjoyment of the game from the special period or the time the power is turned on until the variable display is performed a predetermined number of times (30 times in this example).

  The present invention is not limited to the example of the characteristic portion 112IW, for example, a special variation pattern that suggests a setting value (e.g., a variation pattern that is different from the usual variation pattern of the effect design and is the setting value 1 or 2) And the special variation pattern may be selected only in a special period. With such a configuration, it is also possible to give motivation to play a game in a special period, and to enhance game fun.

(Non-reach loss fluctuation pattern judgment table)
FIGS. 8-7 is explanatory drawing which shows a non reach loss fluctuation pattern determination table. In the feature portion 112IW, a plurality of types of non-reach loss fluctuation patterns having different fluctuation times are provided, and when the fluctuation pattern is determined to be a non-reach loss, it is further determined which of the non-reach losses A to C. Is configured. It should be noted that the present invention is not limited to such a configuration. For example, non-reach losses A to C are included in the lost fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 8-6, and any of non-reach losses A to C, normal reach loss, and super reach loss It may be configured to make decisions.

  As shown in FIG. 8-7, in the non-reach loss variation pattern determination table, when the setting value is “1”, the ratio determined as non-reach loss C (variation time 7 seconds) is high, and the setting value is “2 If the ratio is determined to be non-reach loss B (variation time 8 seconds) is high, and the setting value is “3”, the ratio determined to non-reach loss A (variation time 9 seconds) is high The judgment value is assigned to.

  In the present characteristic portion 112IW, when the set value is “1”, the ratio of being determined to be non-reach loss C is high, so the fluctuation time at non-reach loss tends to be relatively short. On the other hand, when the set value is “3”, the proportion of being judged as non-reach loss A is high, so the fluctuation time at non-reach loss tends to be relatively long. Therefore, the average fluctuation time becomes longer in the order of the set value “1” <“2” <“3”.

  In the present characteristic portion 112IW, the winning probability (out-rolling rate) of the big hit becomes higher in the order of the setting value “1” <“2” <“3”, but at the same time, the setting value “1” In the order of “<2” <“3”, the average fluctuation time is also increased. With such a configuration, it is possible to lengthen the average fluctuation time, that is, to delay the progression of the game when the jackpot probability (out-rolling rate) for the big hit is set to be high, that is, the euphoria becomes too high. It can be prevented.

  In the present characteristic portion 112IW, the average fluctuation time is configured to be different by changing the ratio of which one of the non-reach loses A to C the fluctuation time is different depending on the set value. A plurality of types of fluctuation patterns other than reach loss (for example, normal reach loss, super reach loss, etc.) may be provided so that the fluctuation time may be different, and the selection ratio may be different according to the set value. In addition, when two or more types of fluctuation patterns (for example, normal reach loss, super reach loss, etc.) are provided so as to differ in fluctuation time, time etc. of shaking display or high speed fluctuation display etc. It is desirable to make sure that there is no difference in appearance.

  Further, in the present characteristic portion 112IW, the average fluctuation time is configured to be different according to the setting value, but instead of or in addition to such a configuration, the finalized design symbol (final The period in which the stop symbol is stopped and displayed may be different. With such a configuration, when the winning probability of big hit (dispense rate) is set to be high, it is possible to lengthen the period during which the fixed effect symbol (final stop symbol) is stopped and displayed, that is, to delay the progress of the game. It is possible to prevent the irritability from becoming too high.

  Further, in the feature portion 112IW, the fluctuation time is set to each of the non-reach losses A to C, and the ratio of the non-reach losses A to C to be determined is different for each set value, thereby winning the big hit. When the probability (outgoing ball rate) is set high, the average fluctuation time is lengthened, that is, the progress of the game is delayed, but the present invention is not limited to such a configuration, but fluctuation time of each fluctuation pattern for each set value Is fixedly set, and the setting may be such that the variation time is longer if the jackpot probability (out-rolled ball rate) is set high.

  In the present characteristic portion 112IW, a variation pattern for shortening is provided in which the variation time is shorter than other variation patterns. For example, a fluctuation pattern of shortening non-reach loss (variation time 1.5 seconds) in which the fluctuation time is shorter than non-reach loss A (variation time 9 seconds) is provided. The variation pattern for shortening is configured to be used, for example, when the number of pending storages is equal to or more than a predetermined number (for example, 3). In such a configuration, when the number of pending storages reaches the upper limit or is close to the upper limit, this state is canceled and the variable display is performed efficiently (that is, the game is efficiently advanced) ) Is intended. Therefore, it can be said that it is inappropriate to delay the progress of the game when the number of held memories is equal to or more than the predetermined number. Therefore, in the feature portion 112IW, the fluctuation pattern for shortening used when the number of pending storages is equal to or more than the predetermined number has a common fluctuation time regardless of the set value. Note that, regardless of the configuration of the characterizing portion 112IW, the fluctuation time may be varied according to the set value also for the fluctuation pattern for shortening that is used when the number of reserved memories is a predetermined number or more.

(Display monitor 112IW029)
In the feature portion 112IW, in the pachinko gaming machine 1, the number of game balls entering into each winning opening (large winning opening, second large winning opening, first starting winning opening, second starting winning opening, general winning opening) It is possible to calculate and calculate various winning information such as a running ratio, a winning ratio, and a base based on the counting.

  Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 8-8A and 8-8B, the display monitor 112IW029 includes a first display unit 112IW029A, a second display unit 112IW029B, a third display unit 112IW029C, and a fourth display unit 112IW029C. The display unit 112IW029D and the fifth display unit 112IW029E are provided. Each of the first display unit 112IW029A to the fifth display unit 112IW029E is configured by seven segments each including seven segments that draw the character of "8" and dots arranged at the lower right of the seven segments. The first display unit 112IW029A to the fifth display unit 112IW029E can be lit and blinked in various colors, for example, red, blue, green, yellow, and white. In addition, these colors can be displayed in different colors or so-called rainbows while being changed in an extremely short cycle.

  The items of display Nos. 1 to 6 shown in FIG. 8-8 (B) are displayed on the display monitor 112IW029. The first display portion 112IW029A of the first digit displays the set values (1 to 3) tabulated, and the second display portion 112IW029B of the second digit and the third display portion 112IW029C of the third digit display the aggregation period The numerical values are displayed as percentages in the fourth display unit 112IW029D of the fourth digit and the fifth display unit 112IW029E of the fifth digit. In the display No. 1, the short-term continuous ratio is displayed, and in the display No. 2, the short-term duty ratio is displayed. In display No. 3, the total ratio of cumulative totals is displayed, and in display No. 4, the ratio of total cumulative totals is displayed. Further, in the display No. 5, the base (base 1) calculated based on the previous 60000 winning balls is displayed, and in the display No. 6, the base (base 2) calculated based on the immediately previous 60000 winning balls is displayed Be done.

  The short term here means a period in which the number of awarded balls (acquired balls) is 6,000. The period for which the total cumulative total is determined means a total period after starting calculation of the ratio, combination ratio, or total ratio after resetting the calculation of the combination ratio or ratio once.

  In the above-mentioned example, although a continuation ratio, a part ratio, and a base are calculated irrespective of a game state, you may calculate in consideration of a game state. For example, the ratio may be a ratio of the number of winning balls by winning to the big winning opening in the big hit gaming state in the total number of winning balls. In addition, as the ratio of winning balls by winning to the second starting winning opening during high base state and winning balls by winning to big winning opening during the big hit gaming state among the winning balls total number It is also good. Also, the bases may be separately calculated in the low base state and the high base state.

  When the short-term connection ratio of display No. 1 is displayed, “y6.” Is displayed on the second display unit 112IW029B and the third display unit 112IW029C, and when the short-term combination ratio of display No. 2 is displayed, the second “Y7.” Is displayed on the display unit 112IW029B and the third display unit 112IW029C. In addition, when the short-term linkage ratio of display No1 is displayed, the fourth display unit 112IW029D and the fifth display unit 112IW029E display the short-term linkage ratio as a percentage (% display), and the short-term combination ratio of display No2 is displayed In the case where it is determined, the fourth display unit 112IW029D and the fifth display unit 112IW029E display the short-term winning ratio in percentage (in%).

  When the total cumulative link ratio of display No. 3 is displayed, “A6.” Is displayed on the second display unit 112IW029B and the third display unit 112IW029C, and when the total cumulative combination ratio of display No. 4 is displayed, “A7.” Is displayed on the second display unit 112IW029B and the third display unit 112IW029C. When the total cumulative link ratio of display No. 3 is displayed, the fourth cumulative total link ratio is displayed as a percentage (% display) on the fourth display unit 112IW029D and the fifth display unit 112IW029E. When the ratio is displayed, the total display combination ratio is displayed as a percentage (displayed as a percentage) in the fourth display unit 112IW029D and the fifth display unit 112IW029E.

  Is displayed on the second display unit 112IW029B and the third display unit 112IW029C when the display 1 of the display No. 5 is displayed, and the second display unit is displayed when the display 2 of the display No. 4 is displayed. “B6.” Is displayed on the 112IW029B and the third display unit 112IW029C. Further, when the base 1 of display No. 5 is displayed, the total display continuous ratio is displayed as a percentage (% display) on the fourth display unit 112IW029D and the fifth display unit 112IW029E, and the base 2 of display No. 6 is displayed. In the case of the fourth display unit 112IW029D and the fifth display unit 112IW029E, the total cumulative combination ratio is displayed as a percentage (displayed as a percentage).

  Further, in the present characteristic portion 112IW, the main substrate 11 (CPU 103) controls the display monitor 112IW029 to display the ratio, the duty ratio, and the base. Here, the main substrate 11 performs control to sequentially display a plurality of items. 8-9 (A) is a time chart which shows the display time of the item displayed on a character ratio display apparatus. As shown in FIG. 8-9 (A), when the display on the display monitor 112IW029 is started, first, the short-term link ratio of the display No. 1 is displayed. The display of short-term continuous ratio of display No. 1 is displayed in green. In the short-term continuous ratio display of Display No. 1, as shown in FIG. 8-9 (B-1), “1” which is a set value is displayed on the first display portion 112IW029A, and “y” is displayed on the second display portion 112IW029B. Is displayed, and the third display portion 112IW029C displays the character "6." In addition, a short-term linkage ratio is displayed on the fourth display unit 112IW029D and the fifth display unit 112IW029E. For example, when the short-term connection ratio is 41%, the character "4." is displayed on the fourth display unit 112IW029D, and the character "1." is displayed on the fifth display unit 112IW029E.

  When the display No. 1 is continued for 5 seconds, the short-term winning ratio of display No. 2 is displayed. The display of short-term continuous ratio of display No. 2 is displayed in red. As shown in FIG. 8-9 (B-2), in the display of the short-term winning ratio of display No. 2, “1” which is the set value is displayed on the first display unit 112IW029A, and “y” is displayed on the second display unit 112IW029B. The character of “7.” is displayed on the third display unit 112IW029C. In the fourth display unit 112IW029D and the fifth display unit 112IW029E, a short-term winning combination is displayed. For example, when the short-term winning ratio is 63%, the character "4." is displayed on the fourth display unit 112IW029D, and the character "3." is displayed on the fifth display unit 112IW029E.

  If the display of display No 2 continues for 5 seconds, the total cumulative link ratio of display No 3 is displayed. The display of the total cumulative link ratio of display No. 3 is displayed in red. As shown in FIG. 8-9 (B-3), “1”, which is the set value, is displayed on the first display portion 112IW029A in the display of the total cumulative linkage ratio of the display No. 3, and “A” is displayed on the second display portion 112IW029B. The character of "6." is displayed on the third display unit 112IW029C. In addition, the total cumulative link ratio is displayed on the fourth display unit 112IW029D and the fifth display unit 112IW029E. For example, when the total cumulative link ratio is 58%, the character "5." is displayed on the fourth display unit 112IW029D, and the character "8." is displayed on the fifth display unit 112IW029E.

  If the display No. 3 is continued for 5 seconds, the total cumulative combination of display No. 4 is displayed. The display of the total cumulative duty ratio of display No 4 is displayed in red. As shown in FIG. 8-9 (B-4), “1”, which is the set value, is displayed on the first display unit 112IW029A in the display of the total-cum-combination ratio of display No. 4, and “A” is displayed on the second display unit 112IW029B. The character of “7.” is displayed on the third display portion 112IW029C. In addition, the total cumulative winning combination is displayed on the fourth display unit 112IW029D and the fifth display unit 112IW029E. For example, when the total cumulative winning ratio is 68%, the character "6." is displayed on the fourth display portion 112IW029D, and the character "8." is displayed on the fifth display portion 112IW029E.

  When the display of display No 4 continues for 5 seconds, as shown in FIG. 8-9 (B-5), the base 1 of display No 5 is displayed. The display of base 1 of display No. 5 is displayed in red. In display of base 1 of display No. 5, as shown in FIG. 8-9 (B-5), “1” which is a set value is displayed on the first display unit 112IW029A, and “b” is displayed on the second display unit 112IW029B. The character is displayed, and the character "L." is displayed on the third display unit 112IW029C. Further, on the fourth display unit 112IW029D and the fifth display unit 112IW029E, the base 1 calculated based on the last 60000 prize balls is displayed. For example, when the base 1 is 40%, the character "4." is displayed on the fourth display portion 112IW029D, and the character "0." is displayed on the fifth display portion 112IW029E.

  When the display of the display No. 5 continues for 5 seconds, as shown in FIG. 8-9 (B-6), the base 2 of the display No. 6 is displayed. The display of base 2 of display No. 6 is displayed in red. In the display of the base 2 of display No. 6, as shown in FIG. 8-9 (B-6), “1” which is a set value is displayed on the first display portion 112IW029A, and “b” is displayed on the second display portion 112IW029B. The characters are displayed, and the character "6." is displayed on the third display unit 112IW029C. Further, on the fourth display unit 112IW029D and the fifth display unit 112IW029E, the base 2 calculated based on the last 60000 prize balls is displayed. For example, when the base 2 is 42%, the character "4." is displayed on the fourth display unit 112IW029D, and the character "2" is displayed on the fifth display unit 112IW029E.

  When the display No. 5 is continued for 5 seconds, the short-term continuous ratio of display No. 1 is displayed as shown in FIG. 8-9 (B-1). The short-term continuous ratio of display No. 1 is displayed. Thereafter, the display of the short-term continuous ratio of display No. 1 to the display of base 2 of display No. 6 is sequentially displayed every 5 seconds. Further, as the color of the display, only the short-term link ratio of display No. 1 is green, and the short-term combination of display No. 2 to base 2 of display No. 5 is red. As described above, the display monitor 112IW 029 switches and displays the short-term connection ratio, the short-term combination ratio, the total-accumulation ratio, the total-cum-combination ratio, the base 1, and the base 2 every 5 seconds.

  Further, the short-term connection ratio, the short-term combination ratio, the total-accumulation ratio, the total-cum-combination ratio, the base 1 and the base 2 are shown in FIGS. 8-9 (A) and 8-9 (B-1) to 8 As shown in −9 (B-6), based on the operation of the display switching switch 112IW030, the short-term connection ratio, the short-term combination ratio, the total-accumulation continuous ratio, the total-cumulative combination ratio, the base when the set value is “1” 1, Base 2 display, short-term connection ratio when the setting value is "2", short-term combination ratio, total cumulative connection ratio, total accumulation ratio, base 1, display of the base 2 display, setting value is "3" It is possible to sequentially change the display to short-term linkage ratio, short-term combination ratio, total-cum-continuous ratio, total-cumulative ratio, Base 1 and Base 2. When the display changeover switch 112IW030 is operated while the short-term connection ratio, the short-term combination ratio, the total-accumulation ratio, the total-cum-combination ratio, the base 1 and the base 2 are displayed when the set value is “1”, 1) The numerical value displayed on the display portion 112IW029A is updated to “2”, and the short-term run ratio, the short-term combination ratio, the total cumulative run ratio, and the total cumulative role displayed on the fourth display unit 112IW029D and the fifth display unit 112IW029E The numerical values of ratio, base 1 and base 2 are switched to the set value "2".

  In addition, when the display changeover switch 112IW030 is operated while the short-term connection ratio, the short-term combination ratio, the total-accumulation ratio, the total-cum-combination ratio, the base 1 and the base 2 are displayed when the set value is “2”, 1) The numerical value displayed on the display part 112IW029A is updated to “3”, and the short-term connection ratio, short-term combination ratio, total-accumulation continuous ratio, total-cumulative combination displayed on the fourth display part 112IW029D and the fifth display part 112IW029E The numerical values of ratio, base 1 and base 2 are switched to the set value “3”.

  Then, when the display changeover switch 112IW 030 is operated while the short-term connection ratio, the short-term combination ratio, the total-accumulation ratio, the total-cum-combination ratio, the base 1 and the base 2 are displayed when the set value is “3”, 1) The numerical value displayed on the display part 112IW029A is updated to “1”, and the short-term connection ratio, short-term combination ratio, total-accumulation continuous ratio, total-cumulative combination displayed on the fourth display unit 112IW029D and the fifth display unit 112IW029E The numerical values of ratio, base 1 and base 2 are switched to the set value “1”.

  In the present characteristic portion 112IW, the display monitor 112IW029 exemplifies a form capable of displaying the ratio, the duty ratio, and the base at each setting value, but the present invention is not limited to this, and a display The monitor 112IW 029 may be able to display only one numerical value or any two numerical values among the ratio, combination ratio, and base.

  Further, in the present characteristic portion 112IW, a form is shown in which a ratio, a combination, and a base, which are information based on the number of awarded balls, are calculated, and the combination, combination, and base are displayed on the display monitor 112IW029. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the display monitor 112IW029 may display the history of the number of awarded balls without calculating the ratio, the duty ratio, or the base. Good.

  Further, in the present characteristic portion 112IW, only the short-term continuous ratio is displayed in red on the display monitor 112IW029, and the short-term combination ratio, the total cumulative connection ratio, the total cumulative combination ratio, base 1 and base 2 are displayed in green. However, the present invention is not limited thereto, and the short-term connection ratio and the short-term combination ratio, the total cumulative connection ratio and the total cumulative combination ratio are indicated in the same color, and the base 1 and the base 2 are short-term connection ratios, It may be displayed in the same color, which is different from the short-term ratio, the total cumulative ratio, and the total cumulative ratio.

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Next, the change of the setting value of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the feature portion 112IW will be described. FIGS. 8-10 and 8-11 are flowcharts showing the game control main process in the feature portion 112IW. In the present characteristic portion 112IW, the processes of steps IWS001 to S002 are the same as the processes of steps S1 to S2 shown in FIG.

  When initialization is performed, the CPU 103 waits for effect control means activation to measure the time until the effect control means (specifically, the effect control CPU 120) starts when power supply to the game machine is started. The timer is set (step 112IWS003). In this case, in the effect control means activation waiting timer, a sufficient time is set from when power supply to the gaming machine is started until the effect control CPU 120 is activated. Next, the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the value of the effect control means activation waiting timer (step 112IWS004), and checks whether the value of the effect control means activation waiting timer after subtraction is 0 (step 112IWS005). If the value of the effect control means activation waiting timer is not 0, the process returns to step 112IWS004, and the process of step 112IWS004 to S005 is repeatedly executed. If the value of the effect control means activation waiting timer is 0, the process proceeds to step 112IWS006.

  By executing the processing of step 112IWS003 to S005, the processing of step 112IWS006 and subsequent steps is executed after waiting for the effect control CPU 120 to be activated, and change and confirmation of setting values, initialization of RAM, recovery processing, etc. are executed. Be done. Therefore, it is possible to prevent a situation where various commands such as a setting value command, an initialization designation command, and a recovery command which will be described later are transmitted before the CPU 120 for effect control starts up. It can be prevented from occurring.

  Next, the CPU 103 sets, for example, the factory default setting flag indicating that the setting at the time of factory shipment is left in the RAM 102 (for example, this flag is cleared even if the RAM clear processing 1, 2 or recovery processing described later is executed). To be cleared, and to be cleared when the setting change process described later is executed), and to confirm whether or not this factory default setting flag is set in step 112IWS006. do it. In addition, not only such a mode, for example, a value (for example, "0" or "-") indicating that it is the factory default is set as a set value, and the value of the set value is set in step 112IWS006. It may be checked whether or not it is the factory default value. If it is the setting at the time of factory shipment (step 112IWS006; No), the process proceeds to step IWS010.

  If it is not the factory default setting (step 112IWS006; Yes), that is, if the setting value has already been changed at least once, the CPU 103 performs backup in the RAM 102 (backup RAM) by the same processing as step S4. It is determined whether data is stored (step 112 IWS 007). Specifically, in step 112IWS007, the CPU 103 determines whether the backup flag is on. If the backup flag is off and backup data is not stored in the RAM 102 (step 112IWS007; No), the process proceeds to step IWS010.

  When backup data is stored in the RAM 102 (step 112 IWS 007; Yes), the CPU 103 performs data check of backed up data by the same processing as step S 5 (performed using an error detection code), and the data is normal. It is determined whether or not it is (step 112IWS008). Step 112 IWS 008 determines whether the data in the RAM 102 matches the data at the time of the power supply stop, for example, by the parity bit or checksum. If it is determined that they match, it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is normal. If it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is not normal (step 112IWS008; No), the process proceeds to step IWS010.

  When it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is normal (step 112IWS008; Yes), the CPU 103 checks whether a setting change in progress flag indicating that the setting value is currently being changed is set (step 112IWS009). ). If the setting change in progress flag is set (step 112IWS009; No), that is, if the power supply to the gaming machine is resumed due to power interruption or the like during the change of the setting value, the process proceeds to step IWS010.

  At step 112IWS010, the CPU 103 performs control to transmit a RAM abnormal error notification command to the CPU for effect control 120 (step 112IWS010). The CPU 103 may perform control to display a display (for example, a display of “E”) indicating that the error is a RAM error in the display monitor 112IW029.

  Next, the CPU 103 determines whether the output signal from the door opening sensor 112IW090 is on (step 112IWS011). If the output signal from the door opening sensor 112IW090 is on, the CPU 103 determines whether the setting key 112IW051 is on (step 112IWS012). If the setting key 112IW051 is on, the CPU 103 determines whether the output signal from the clear switch is on (step 112IWS013). If the output signal from the clear switch is on, the CPU 103 executes the RAM clear 1 process (step 112IWS014). In the RAM clear 1 process, the CPU 103 performs a RAM clear process for clearing the flag, counter, and buffer stored in the RAM 102, and sets an initial value in the work area. However, in the RAM clear 1 process, there is an area other than the area for storing information for performance display such as ratio, part ratio, and base as shown in FIG. 8-8 and FIG. It is cleared, and information for performance display such as combination ratio, duty ratio, and base is not cleared and is held. Further, in the RAM clear 1 process, the value of the setting value stored in the RAM 102 is also cleared. Then, the process shifts to step 112IWS027.

  On the other hand, when the output signal from the door opening sensor 112IW090 is off (N in step 112IWS011) or when the setting key 112IW051 is off (N in step 112IWS012), when the output signal from the clear switch is off (N) In step 112IWS013, “N” does not shift to step 112IWS014, but shifts to loop processing.

  By executing the processing of step 112IWS006 to S014, in the present characteristic portion 112IW, the backup RAM is not normal (N in step 112IWS007, S008), or remains in the factory default setting (step). 112IWS006 Y) If power interruption occurs during setting change (Y in step 112IWS009), the setting key 112IW051 is turned on and the clear switch is turned on with the gaming machine frame 112IW003 open. The RAM is cleared on the condition that the change is made, and it becomes possible to change the set value after step 112IWS027. On the other hand, unless the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is opened and the setting key 112IW051 and the clear switch are not turned on, loop processing is executed, setting values can not be changed, and gaming control does not proceed.

  If the setting change in progress flag is not set (step 112IWS009; No), the CPU 103 determines whether the output signal from the clear switch is on (step 112IWS015).

  If the output signal from the clear switch is not on, the CPU 103 determines whether the output signal from the door open sensor 112IW090 is on (step 112IWS016). If the output signal from the door opening sensor 112IW090 is on, the CPU 103 determines whether the setting key 112IW051 is on (step 112IWS017). If the setting key 112IW051 is on, the CPU 103 transmits a setting confirmation process start command indicating that the setting confirmation process is to be started to the effect control board 12 (step 112IWS018). On the effect control board 12 side, when the setting confirmation process start command is received, control to notify that the setting is being confirmed is performed (for example, a predetermined image is displayed on the image display device 5 or predetermined from the speakers 8L and 8R) Output a sound of the light, or emit a decorative light such as a decorative LED in a predetermined manner).

  Next, the CPU 103 executes a setting confirmation process (step 112IWS019).

  When the setting confirmation process is completed, the CPU 103 performs the restoration process (step 112IWS020) for returning the internal state of the main substrate 11 to the state at the time of the power supply stop by the same process as step S6. In the recovery process, the CPU 103 sets the work area based on the storage content of the RAM 102 (content of backed up data). Next, the CPU 103 transmits a setting confirmation process end command indicating that the setting confirmation process is ended to the effect control board 12 (step 112 IWS 021). Then, the process shifts to step 112IWS034.

  On the other hand, when the output signal from the door opening sensor 112IW090 is not on (N in step 112IWS016) or when the setting key 112IW051 is not on (N in step 112IWS017), the CPU 103 performs the same process as step S6. Thus, recovery processing (step 112 IWS 022) is performed to restore the internal state of the main substrate 11 to the state at the time of stopping the power supply. In the recovery process, the CPU 103 sets the work area based on the storage content of the RAM 102 (content of backed up data). Further, the CPU 103 transmits, to the effect control board 12, an effect control command instructing recovery from power failure by the same process as step S 7 (step 112 IWS 023). Then, the process shifts to step 112IWS034.

  If the output signal from the clear switch is on, the CPU 103 executes the RAM clear 2 process (step 112 IWS024). In the RAM clear 2 process, the CPU 103 performs a RAM clear process to clear the flag, counter, and buffer stored in the RAM 102, and sets an initial value in the work area. However, in the RAM clear 2 process, among the storage areas of the RAM 102, areas for storing information for performance display such as ratio, part ratio, and base as shown in FIGS. 8-8 and 8-9, and set values The area other than the area for storing is cleared, and the information for performance display such as the ratio, the duty ratio, the base, and the information of the set value are not cleared but are held.

  Next, the CPU 103 determines whether the output signal from the door opening sensor 112IW090 is on (step 112IWS025). If the output signal from the door opening sensor 112IW090 is on, the CPU 103 determines whether the setting key 112IW051 is on (step 112IWS026). If the setting key 112IW051 is on, the CPU 103 sets a setting change flag (step 112IWS027).

  Next, the CPU 103 transmits a setting change process start command indicating that the setting change process is to be started to the effect control board 12 (step 112IWS028). On the effect control board 12 side, when the setting change processing start command is received, control to notify that the setting is being changed is performed (for example, a predetermined image is displayed on the image display device 5 or predetermined from the speakers 8L and 8R) Output a sound of the light, or emit a decorative light such as a decorative LED in a predetermined manner).

  Next, the CPU 103 executes setting change processing (step 112IWS029).

  When the setting change process is completed, the CPU 103 resets a setting change flag (step 112IWS030). Further, the CPU 103 transmits a setting value command indicating the set value which has been set to the effect control board 12 (step 112 IWS 031). In addition, a setting change processing end command indicating that the setting change processing has ended is transmitted to the effect control board 12 (step 112 IWS 032). Then, the process shifts to step 112IWS034.

  On the other hand, if the output signal from the door opening sensor 112IW090 is not on (N at step 112IWS025) or if the setting key 112IW051 is not on (N at step 112IWS026), the CPU 103 performs the same process as step S9. Thus, the effect control command instructing initialization is transmitted to the effect control board 12 (step S9). Then, the process shifts to step 112IWS034.

  In the present characteristic portion 112IW, the processes of steps IWS034 to S036 are the same as the processes of steps S10 to S12 shown in FIG.

  Next, the setting confirmation process (step 112IWS019) will be described. FIG. 8-12A is a flowchart showing setting confirmation processing (step 112IWS019).

  In the setting confirmation process, the CPU 103 first specifies the setting value stored in the backup area of the RAM 102, and displays the specified setting value on the display monitor 112IW029 (step 112IWSA01).

  Next, the CPU 103 determines whether the output signal from the setting key 112IW051 is on (step 112IWSA02). If the setting key 112IW051 is on, the CPU 103 determines whether the output signal from the door opening sensor 112IW090 is on (step 112IWSA03). If the output signal from the door opening sensor 112IW090 is on, the process proceeds to step 112IWSA02, and the processes of step 112IWSA02 to SA03 are repeatedly executed. That is, while the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is in the open state and the setting key 112IW051 is on, the setting value is displayed on the display monitor 112IW029.

  If the output signal from the door open sensor 112IW090 is not on, the CPU 103 executes setting confirmation error processing (step 112IWSA04). Then, it shifts to loop processing. In step 112 IWSA 04, for example, the CPU 103 transmits a command indicating that a setting confirmation error has occurred, and the effect control CPU 120 executes setting confirmation error notification based on the reception of the command. Good. Further, for example, the CPU 103 may perform error notification by turning on an error LED of a substrate mounted on a game machine. Further, in the present embodiment, when the setting confirmation error processing is executed, by shifting to the loop processing, thereafter, the error state is continued until the power is turned on again, and the processing is not advanced.

  If the setting key 112IW051 is not on, the CPU 103 determines whether the output signal from the door opening sensor 112IW090 is on (step 112IWSA05). If the output signal from the door opening sensor 112IW090 is on, the process of step 112IWSA05 is repeatedly executed. If the output signal from the door opening sensor 112IW090 is not on (that is, if the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is closed), the setting confirmation process is ended.

  Next, setting change processing (step 112IWS029) will be described. FIG. 8-12 (B) is a flowchart showing setting change processing (step 112IWS029).

  In the setting change process, the CPU 103 first specifies the setting value stored in the backup area of the RAM 102, and displays the specified setting value on the display monitor 112IW029 (step 112IWSB01).

  Next, the CPU 103 determines whether the output signal from the setting change switch 112IW052 is on (step 112IWSB02). If the output signal from the setting changeover switch 112IW052 is not on, the process proceeds to step 112IWSB05. If the output signal from the setting changeover switch 112IW052 is on (Y in step 112IWSB02), the CPU 103 updates and displays the setting value displayed on the display monitor 112IW029 (step 112IWSB03). For example, when “1” is displayed as the setting value on the display monitor 112IW029, the display on the display monitor 112IW029 is updated to “2”, and “2” is displayed as the setting value on the display monitor 112IW029. If the display of the display monitor 112IW029 is updated to “3” and the display monitor 112IW029 displays “3” as the set value, the display of the display monitor 112IW029 may be updated and displayed to “1”. Further, the CPU 103 stores the setting value (setting value after update) displayed on the display monitor 112IW0029 in the backup area of the RAM 102 (updates and stores the setting value already stored) (step 112IWSB04).

  Next, the CPU 103 determines whether the output signal from the setting key 112IW051 is on (step 112IWSB05). If the setting key 112IW051 is on, the CPU 103 determines whether the output signal from the door opening sensor 112IW090 is on (step 112IWSB06). If the output signal from the door opening sensor 112IW090 is on, the process proceeds to step 112IWSB02, and the process of step 112IWSB02 to SB06 is repeatedly executed. That is, while the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is in the open state and the setting key 112IW051 is on, the processing of steps 112IWSB02 to SB06 is repeatedly executed.

  If the output signal from the door opening sensor 112IW090 is not on, the CPU 103 executes setting change error processing (step 112IWSB07). Then, it shifts to loop processing. In step 112IWSB07, for example, the CPU 103 transmits a command indicating that a setting change error has occurred, and the effect control CPU 120 executes a setting change error notification based on the reception of the command. Good. Further, for example, the CPU 103 may perform error notification by turning on an error LED of a substrate mounted on a game machine. Further, in this example, when the setting change error processing is executed, by shifting to the loop processing, thereafter, the error state is continued until the power is turned on again, and the processing is not advanced. In this case, since the flag under the setting change remains set at step 112IWS027, after the power is turned on again, the RAM clear 1 process is executed (Y at step 112IWS009, see 112IWS014), The error condition will be cleared.

  If the setting key 112IW051 is not on, the CPU 103 determines whether an output signal from the door opening sensor 112IW090 is on (step 112IWSB08). If the output signal from the door opening sensor 112IW090 is on, the process of step 112IWSB08 is repeatedly executed. If the output signal from the door opening sensor 112IW090 is not on (that is, if the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is closed), the setting change process is ended.

  FIGS. 8-13 are explanatory diagrams showing processing executed when the power is turned on. In the feature portion 112IW, as shown in FIG. 8-13, when the setting key 112IW051 is on at the time of power on (when the output signal from the door opening sensor 112IW090 is on), the clear switch is on. If so, the setting change process (step 112IWS029) is executed, and if the clear switch is off, the setting confirmation process (step 112IWS015 to S017) is executed. When the setting key 112 IW 051 is off when the power is turned on, the initialization process (step S 8) is executed if the clear switch is on, and the recovery process (step S 6) is performed if the clear switch is off. To be executed.

  Next, the display mode of the display monitor 112IW029 in the setting change process will be described. First, as shown in FIGS. 8-14 (A) and 8-14 (B), when the power is turned off (turned off) by the operation of a salesclerk of the game arcade or the like, the power for the pachinko gaming machine 1 is When the supply is stopped, the display on the display monitor 112IW029 ends. When the big winning game is open during the big hit game or the small hit game at the timing when the power is turned off, the large winning hole is closed by stopping the supply of the power to the solenoid 82.

  Next, as shown in FIG. 8-14 (C), when the store clerk or the like in the game arcade turns on the power while operating the clear switch (Yes in step S3 of the game control main process), the setting key 112IW051 is turned on. The setting change processing is executed by the CPU 103 on the condition that the condition is true, and the setting values stored in the backup area of the RAM 102 are displayed on the display monitor 112IW029.

  As described above, as shown in FIG. 8-14 (D), in the state where the setting values are displayed on the display monitor 112IW029, every time the CPU 103 detects the operation of the setting changeover switch 112IW052 by a store clerk or the like in the game arcade. The numerical values displayed on the display monitor 112IW029 are sequentially updated (for example, updated as 1.fwdarw.2.fwdarw.3.fwdarw.1... Each time the setting change switch 112IW052 is operated).

  Next, as shown in FIG. 8-14 (E), the CPU 103 causes the setting value displayed on the display monitor 112IW029 to be displayed on the RAM 102 based on the setting key 112IW051 being turned off by the operation of a store clerk or the like in the game arcade. Store (update storage) in the backup area of At this time, the CPU 103 blinks the display monitor 112IW 029 to notify a store clerk or the like at the game arcade that a new set value is stored in the backup area of the RAM 102. Also, when the pending storage is stored in the backup area of the RAM 102, the pending storage is cleared. When the special winning opening is closed at the timing shown in FIG. 8-14 (at the timing when the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned off), the RAM clear process is executed when the setting is changed. Because the memory about the big hit is erased, the big winning opening remains closed. Thereafter, the CPU 103 ends the setting change processing, and the game can be performed, that is, the variation display result, the jackpot type, the determination lottery of the variation pattern, the payout of the winning balls, and the like can be performed.

  In the setting change process of the characteristic portion 112IW, the setting value stored in the backup area of the RAM 102 is displayed as an initial display displayed on the display monitor 112IW029, but the present invention is limited to this. The initial display to be displayed on the display monitor 112IW029 in the setting change processing is not the one that is most disadvantageous to the player (“1” in the case of the main feature portion 112IW), or the most advantageous for the player A set value (“3” in the case of the main feature portion 112IW) may be displayed.

(Special symbol normal processing)
Next, processing of special symbol normal processing (step S110) in the present characteristic portion 112IW will be described. 8-15 and 8-16 are flowcharts showing special symbol normal processing (step S110) in the special symbol process processing. In the special symbol normal processing, the CPU 103 confirms the value of the total number of pending storages (the total number of the first pending storage number and the second pending storage number) (step 112 IWS 101). For example, the count value of the combined pending storage number counter for counting the combined pending storage number is confirmed.

  If the total number of pending storages is not 0, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the second pending storage number is 0 (step 112 IWS 102). For example, it is checked whether the count value of the second pending storage number counter for counting the second pending storage number is 0 or not. If the second number of pending storages is not 0, CPU 103 is a special symbol pointer (a flag indicating whether the special symbol process processing is performed for the first special symbol or the special symbol process processing is performed for the second special symbol) Is set to data indicating “second” (step 112 IWS 103). If the second pending storage number is 0, the CPU 103 sets data indicating “first” in the special symbol pointer (step 112 IWS 104).

  By executing the processing of step 112 IWS 102 to S 104, the variation display of the second special symbol is executed with priority over the variation display of the first special symbol in the present characteristic portion 112 IW. In addition, not only such a mode, for example, the variation display of the first special symbol and the variation display of the second special symbol in accordance with the starting winning order in which the game balls have won in the first starting winning opening and the second starting winning opening. And may be configured to execute.

  Next, the CPU 103 reads out each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the number of pending storages of 1 indicated by the special symbol pointer in the RAM 102 and stores it in the random number buffer area of the RAM 102 (step 112 IWS 105). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates "first", the CPU 103 determines each random number stored in the storage area corresponding to the first number of pending storages = 1 in the first pending storage buffer. Are read out and stored in the random number buffer area of the RAM 102. In addition, when the special symbol pointer indicates "the second", the CPU 103 reads out each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the second holding storage number = 1 in the second holding storage buffer. It is stored in the random number buffer area of the RAM 102.

  Then, the CPU 103 subtracts one from the count value of the reserved storage number counter of the one indicated by the special symbol pointer, and shifts the contents of each storage area (step 112 IWS 106). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates "first", the CPU 103 subtracts one from the count value of the first pending storage number counter, and for each saving area in the first pending storage buffer. Shift the content. If the special symbol pointer indicates "second", the count value of the second hold storage number counter is decremented by 1, and the contents of the respective save areas in the second hold storage buffer are shifted.

  That is, when the special symbol pointer indicates "first", the CPU 103 stores the storage area corresponding to the first number of pending storages = n (n = 2, 3, 4) in the first pending storage buffer of the RAM 102. The stored random number values are stored in the storage area corresponding to the first pending storage number = n-1. In addition, when the special symbol pointer indicates "the second", each stored in the storage area corresponding to the second number of pending storages = n (n = 2, 3, 4) in the second pending storage buffer of the RAM 102 The random number value is stored in the storage area corresponding to the second pending storage number = n-1.

  Therefore, the order in which the random number values stored in the respective storage areas corresponding to the respective first pending storage numbers (or the respective second pending storage numbers) are extracted is always the first pending storage number (or It agrees with the order of the 2nd pending memory number) = 1, 2, 3, and 4.

  Then, the CPU 103 reduces the value of the total number of pending storages by one. In other words, the count value of the total storage reserve number counter is decremented by 1 (step 112 IWS 107). Note that the CPU 103 stores the value of the combined pending storage number counter before the count value is decremented by 1 in a predetermined area of the RAM 102.

  Next, the CPU 103 transmits a setting value command indicating the setting value set in the RAM 102 to the effect control board 12 (step 112 IWS 108). In the feature portion 112, as described above, the setting value command is transmitted when the setting change process is executed at the time of power on by the process of step 112IWS011, but the step is performed even after the power on. The setting value command is transmitted each time the variable display is started by execution of the process of 112 IWS 108.

  If the same variation pattern is used to transmit different variation pattern commands for each setting value, the variation pattern commands for the total number of variation patterns × the number of setting values (3 in this example) are required. And the data capacity may increase. Therefore, for example, the setting value command is transmitted only when a specific variation pattern is used, and only variation pattern commands corresponding to a particular variation pattern may be provided with variation pattern commands for the number of setting values. Good. In this case, for example, the setting value command is transmitted only when the fluctuation pattern of normal fluctuation with the highest output frequency is used, and only fluctuation pattern commands corresponding to the fluctuation pattern of normal fluctuation are fluctuation pattern commands for the number of setting values. May be provided.

  In this example, the same setting value command is transmitted by the setting value command (see step 112IWS011) transmitted at the time of power on and the setting value command (see step 112IWS108) transmitted at the start of fluctuation. It is not limited to the For example, even if the setting value command for power-on and the setting value command for fluctuation start are configured as separate commands, and different setting value commands are transmitted at power-on and fluctuation start. Good.

  Further, in this example, the case is shown where the setting value command is transmitted separately from the fluctuation pattern command at the start of fluctuation, but it is configured to transmit the rendering control command that combines the fluctuation pattern command and the setting value command. It is also good. In this case, for example, even if the variation pattern command specifies the same variation pattern A, the variation pattern command A-1 is transmitted if the setting value is “1”, and if the setting value is “2”. The variation pattern command A-2 may be transmitted, and when the setting value is "3", the variation pattern command A-3 may be transmitted.

  The game control microcomputer 100 can output the same fluctuation pattern command (for example, fluctuation pattern command A) regardless of the setting value, and depending on which setting value is on the effect control CPU 120 side. It may be configured such that which variation pattern is selected or the selection ratio thereof is made different. For example, if the setting value is 1, the variation pattern A-1 is selected or the variation pattern A-1 is selected at a high ratio, and if the setting value is 2, the variation pattern A-2 is selected or the variation pattern A-2 is high. If the setting value is 3, the variation pattern A-3 may be selected or the variation pattern A-3 may be selected at a high ratio. In this case, for example, the fluctuation patterns A-1 to A-3 may be configured to have the same fluctuation time, but differ in the presence or absence of pseudo run, the number of times of pseudo run, the presence or absence of reach, and the type. Further, in this case, for example, when the setting value command can not be received normally, the variation pattern A-1 is uniformly selected, or the selection ratio for exclusive use when the setting value command can not be received normally. The variation pattern may be selected by

  Further, in the present example, the case where the setting value command is transmitted at the start of the change is shown, but not limited to such an aspect, for example, the setting value command may be transmitted at the end of the change.

  In addition, the CPU 103 performs control to transmit a background designation command to the effect control board 12 in accordance with the current gaming state (step 112 IWS 109). In this case, for example, the CPU 103 performs control to transmit the definite variation state background designation command when it is in the definite variation state, and performs control to transmit the short time status background designation command when it is the short time condition, and is in the normal state. In this case, control is performed to transmit a normal state background designation command.

  Next, the CPU 103 reads a random number value MR1 for special image display result determination from the random number buffer area, and executes the big hit determination module. The big hit determination module compares the predetermined big hit determination value or small hit determination value (see FIG. 8-4) with the random number value MR1, and determines processing to be a big hit or a small hit if they match. It is a program to execute. That is, it is a program that executes the process of the big hit determination and the small hit determination.

  If the value of the random number MR1 does not match any of the big hit judgment values (N in step 112 IWS 110), the CPU 103 performs small hit judgment processing (step 112 IWS 111). Then, if it is determined to be a small hit (Y in step 112 IWS 111), the CPU 103 sets a small hit flag indicating small hit (step 112 IWS 112), and shifts to step 112 IWS 116.

  If the value of the random number MR1 does not match either the big hit determination value or the small hit determination value (N in step 112 IWS 111), that is, if it is a loss, the process directly proceeds to step 112 IWS 116.

  If the value of the random number MR1 matches any of the big hit determination values (Y in step 112 IWS 110), the CPU 103 sets a big hit flag indicating that it is a big hit (step IWS 113). Next, using the jackpot type determination table (see FIG. 8-5), the CPU 103 uses the type corresponding to the value matching the value of the random number MR2 for jackpot type determination stored in the random number buffer area (“big hit type A , "Big hit type B" or "big hit type C") is determined as the big hit type (step 112 IWS 114).

  Further, the CPU 103 sets data indicating the determined type of the big hit in the big hit type buffer in the RAM 102 (step 112 IWS 115). For example, if the big hit type is "big hit type A", "01" is set as data indicating the big hit type, and if the big hit type is "big hit type B", "02" is set as data indicating the big hit type When the big hit type is "big hit type C", "03" is set as data indicating the big hit type.

  Next, the CPU 103 determines the stop symbol of the special symbol (step 112 IWS 116). For example, when neither the big hit flag nor the small hit flag is set, "-" which becomes an out pattern is determined as the stop symbol of the special symbol. Also, for example, when the big hit flag is set, "7" which is a big hit symbol is determined as the stop symbol of the special symbol. In addition, you may determine to the stop symbol of a special symbol which changes according to big hit classification. Also, for example, when the small hit flag is set, the small hit symbol "5" is determined as the stop symbol of the special symbol.

  Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the variation pattern setting process (step S111) (step 112IWS 117).

(Effect mode change process)
Next, the operation of the effect control means in the present characteristic portion 112IW will be described. FIGS. 8-17 is a flowchart which shows a part of effect control main process in characteristic part 112IW. In the main feature portion 112IW, in the effect control main process, the effect control CPU 120 executes the effect mode changing process for changing the effect mode when the effect control random number updating process in step S77 is performed (step 112IWS201), and then, It returns to the process of step S73.

  The feature portion 112IW can be controlled to three types of effect modes of effect mode A to effect mode C, and, for example, the background screen of the image display device 5 differs depending on which effect mode is controlled, The types of characters that appear in the preliminary production and reach production are different. Step 112 In the effect mode change process of IWS 201, when the predetermined effect mode change condition is satisfied, the effect control CPU 120 performs control to change the current effect mode to a different effect mode. For example, when a real time clock is mounted on the effect control board 12, the effect mode may be changed based on the predetermined date or time based on the date and time information from the real time clock. Further, for example, a lottery process based on random numbers may be executed, and the effect mode may be changed based on the fact that the effect mode is determined to be changed.

  In step 112IW201, when the effect control CPU 120 changes the effect mode, for example, a flag corresponding to the effect mode after the change may be set, and a flag corresponding to the effect mode before the change may be reset. For example, when the effect mode A is changed, the effect mode A flag may be set, and the effect mode B flag or the effect mode C flag before the change may be reset. Further, for example, when the mode is changed to the effect mode B, the effect mode B flag may be set, and the effect mode A flag or the effect mode C flag before the change may be reset. Further, for example, when the effect mode C is changed, the effect mode C flag may be set, and the effect mode A flag or the effect mode B flag before the change may be reset.

  The way of changing the effect mode may be changed in a predetermined order such as effect mode A → effect mode B → effect mode C → effect mode A → ... It may be changed at random from the modes A to C.

(Command analysis process)

  FIG. 8-18 is a flowchart illustrating a specific example of the command analysis process (step S75). Although the effect control command received from the main substrate 11 is stored in the reception command buffer, in the command analysis process, the effect control CPU 120 confirms the content of the command stored in the command reception buffer.

  In the command analysis process, the effect control CPU 120 first confirms whether or not a reception command is stored in the command reception buffer (step 112 IWS 301). Whether or not it is stored is determined by comparing the value of the command reception number counter with the read pointer. The case where the two match each other is the case where the reception command is not stored. If the reception command is stored in the command reception buffer, the effect control CPU 120 reads the reception command from the command reception buffer (step 112 IWS 302). When read out, the value of the read pointer is incremented by 2 (step 112 IWS 303). The reason for +2 is that two bytes (one command) are read at a time.

  If the received effect control command is the setting value command (step 112 IWS 304), the effect control CPU 120 stores the setting value indicated by the received setting value command in the setting value storage area formed in the RAM 122 (step 112 IWS 305). In addition, the effect control CPU 120 sets a setting value command reception flag indicating that the setting value command has been normally received at least once after the game machine is powered on (step 112 IWS 306).

  In the feature portion 112IW, since the RAM 122 mounted on the effect control board 12 is not backed up by the power supply, the set value and set value command reception flag stored in the set value storage area are supplied with power to the gaming machine. Is cleared when is stopped. Therefore, when the power supply to the gaming machine is started, the process is started with no setting value stored in the setting value storage area of the RAM 122 and the setting value command reception flag also cleared. Ru. Since the effect control board 12 is activated in a state where the set value is not stored, the game control microcomputer 100 transmits the set value command even when the setting check process or the recovery process is performed. It may be configured to always transmit the setting value command when the power is turned on.

  In addition, in the feature portion 112IW, although the setting value command is transmitted when the setting change process is performed after the game machine is powered on, the setting value command is normal due to a missing command or data corruption. If it can not be received, the process of step 112WS 305 is not executed, and the setting value is not stored in the setting value storage area. However, in the characteristic portion 112IW, even if the setting value command can not be received normally at the time of power on, the setting value command is transmitted for each variable display, so the process of step 112IWS305 is performed based on the setting value command received thereafter. The setting value can be stored in the setting value storage area.

  Also, even if the setting value command is received, it is conceivable that the setting value included in the setting value command is an abnormal value, so when the setting control command is read on the CPU 120 for effect control, It may be configured to determine whether the included set value is a normal value. For example, in the present example, the setting value is configured to be set to any value of “1” to “3”, but “5”, “10”, etc. are set and include values having no margin. If it is determined, the setting value included in the setting value command may be determined to be abnormal. In addition, for example, the effect control CPU 120 stores the setting value indicated by the received setting value command, and thereafter, when a new setting value command is received, the setting value command newly received is used. If the indicated set value does not match the previously stored set value, it may be determined that an inconsistency has occurred, and it may be determined that an abnormality has occurred. Then, even when it is determined that the setting value included in the setting value command is an abnormal value, it is also assumed that the setting value command can not be received normally, and the effect is limited according to the processing method shown in the present characteristic portion 112IW. It may be configured to

(Initial appearance setting)
In the feature control unit 12 IW, when the effect control board 12 receives any of the initialization designation command, the recovery command, the setting change process end command, and the setting check process end command from the main board 11 in the command analysis process. The control for displaying a predetermined initial appearance (specifically, a combination of effect symbols, which is displayed on the image display 5 until the first variable display is started) in the image display 5 Perform (hereinafter also referred to as initial appearance effect).

  If the received effect control command is the setting change process end command (step 112 IWS 307), the effect control CPU 120 checks whether the set value command reception flag is set (step 112 IWS 308). If the setting value command reception flag is set (that is, if the setting change process is executed and the setting value command is received normally), the effect control CPU 120 is stored in the setting value storage area of the RAM 122. Based on the set value, using the initial appearance determination table, the combination of an even initial appearance (for example, "246", "224", etc.) which is a combination of an even number of production symbols and an odd number of production symbols A certain odd initial appearance (for example, "135", "113", etc.) and a special initial appearance which is a combination of effect symbols including a special symbol (for example, star symbol) are determined (step 112 IWS 309) . Then, the process shifts to step 112IWS314.

  8-19 is an explanatory diagram of an example of the initial appearance determination table. In step 112 IWS 309, using the initial appearance determination table shown in FIG. 8-19 (A), lottery processing based on random numbers is performed according to the allocation of determination values corresponding to the set values stored in the set value storage area Determine the outcome. In the initial appearance determination table shown in FIG. 8-19 (A), the proportion determined in the odd initial appearance is higher in the order of the setting value “1” <“2” <“3”. Therefore, in the image display device 5 before the start of the game, if the odd initial outcome is displayed, it is an advantageous setting value as compared to the case where the setting change is performed and the even initial outcome is displayed. It is suggested that it is set to. Further, as shown in FIG. 8-19 (A), the special initial appearance may be determined only when the setting value is “3”. Therefore, in the image display device 5 before the start of the game, if the special initial outcome is displayed, it is determined that the setting change has been made and that the setting value is "3". With such a configuration, an interest can be given to the state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 before the start of the game, and motivation can be given to play the game from the early time slot of the operating hours of the game arcade, and the interest can be enhanced.

  If the setting value command reception flag is not set (that is, the setting change process has been executed, but the setting value command can not be received normally due to a reason such as a command drop or data corruption), effect control The CPU 120 confirms whether or not the current rendering mode is the rendering mode A (step 112 IWS 310). Note that whether or not the effect mode A is set can be determined, for example, by confirming whether or not the effect mode A flag is set. In the case of the effect mode A, the effect control CPU 120 determines the initial appearance using the initial appearance determination table shown in FIG. 8-19 (A) on the assumption that the setting value is “1” (step 112 IWS 311). ). Then, the process shifts to step 112IWS314.

  By executing the processing of step 112 IWS 310 to S 311, the present characteristic part 112 IW is the case where the setting value command can not be received normally, and in the case of the effect mode A, the setting value being the most disadvantageous setting. The initial appearance is determined as being "1". As shown in FIG. 8-19 (A), for the setting value “1”, the proportion determined as the odd initial appearance is the lowest, and is not determined as the special initial appearance. By configuring in this way, it is possible to reduce the situation in which the player is discouraged by displaying odd initial appearance eyes or special initial appearance eyes despite the disadvantageous set values being set, thereby making the game interesting for the game. To prevent the decline of the

  If the effect mode A is not in effect, the effect control CPU 120 checks whether the current effect mode is the effect mode C (step 112 IWS 312). Note that whether or not the effect mode C is set can be determined, for example, by confirming whether or not the effect mode C flag is set. In the case of the effect mode C, the effect control CPU 120 determines an initial outcome using the initial outcome determination table for the presentation mode C (step 112 IWS 313). Then, the process shifts to step 112IWS314.

  FIGS. 8-19 (B) is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the initial stage appearance determination table for production mode C. FIGS. As shown in FIG. 8-19 (B), in the initial appearance determination table for effect mode C, the odd initial appearance is determined in comparison with the case of the setting value “3” that is most advantageous for the player. The percentage is low and it can not be determined as a special initial appearance.

  By performing the processing of step 112 IWS 312 to S 313, in the feature portion 112 IW, the disadvantageous setting value is set when the setting value command can not be received normally and the effect mode C is set. The odd initial appearance and the special initial appearance are displayed to reduce the situation of being discouraged by the player in spite of the fact that the interest in the game can be prevented from being lowered.

  Then, the effect control CPU 120 controls the image display device 5 to display the initial number determined in steps 112IWS309, S311, and S313 (step 112IWS314).

  On the other hand, when it is not the effect mode C (that is, when the current effect mode is the effect mode B), the effect control CPU 120 determines the initial appearance even, and the image display 5 , Control to display the even-numbered initial output (step 112 IWS 315).

  Step 112 IWS 315 causes the feature part 112 IW to uniformly display even-numbered initial results in the case where the setting value command can not be received normally and the effect mode B is in effect. By this, it is possible to prevent the player from being discouraged by displaying odd initial appearance or special initial appearance despite the setting value being disadvantageous, and to prevent deterioration of interest in the game. I have to.

  Even when the setting value command can not be received normally in the effect mode B, the odd initial appearance symbol may be determined at a low rate. In this case, for example, a table in which the determination ratio of the odd initial appearance symbol is set lower than the setting value “1” of the initial appearance determination table shown in FIG. You may comprise so that an eye design may be determined.

  In this example, even when the setting value command can not be received normally and the effect mode B is displayed, the even initial appearance is displayed uniformly, but the present invention is not limited to such a mode. . For example, when the setting value command can not be received normally and the effect mode B is set, when the setting value command can not be received normally, such as a combination of symbols “???” as the initial appearance. It may be configured to display a dedicated initial score. As such, any combination of symbols that do not indicate setting values at all in any form may be displayed as the initial appearance.

  In addition, the process when the setting value command can not be received normally (or when the setting value can not be stored normally) is not limited to that shown in this example. For example, when N is determined in step 112 IWS 308, the setting value “1” may be stored as a default in the setting value storage area to determine the initial appearance. Further, for example, a dedicated setting value (for example, setting value “4”) indicating that the setting value command could not be received normally is stored in the setting value storage area to determine the initial appearance. It is also good.

  If the received effect control command is any of the initialization designating command, the command at the time of recovery, and the setting confirmation process end command (step 112 IWS 316), that is, if the setting change process is not executed, the effect control CPU 120 The initial appearance is set to the even initial appearance, and control is performed to display the even initial appearance in the image display 5 (step 112 IWS 317). In the present characteristic portion 112IW, when the setting change process is not executed, the initial appearance is determined to the even initial appearance and is not determined to the odd initial appearance, but the even initial appearance is selected by lottery. It may be determined to be either the eye or the odd initial appearance. In this case, the ratio determined in accordance with the set value may be different.

  If the received effect control command is a RAM abnormal error notification command (step 112 IWS 318), the effect control CPU 120 executes a RAM error notification (step 112 IWS 319). For example, the effect control CPU 120 displays characters such as "RAM error abnormality is occurring" on the image display device 5, or outputs sound or error sound indicating RAM error abnormality from the speakers 8L and 8R. And controls the game effect lamp 9 and the LED to emit light with a predetermined error pattern. In this case, when the RAM error abnormality notification is performed, the speakers 8L, 8R output the sound of the maximum volume sound or an error sound, or the gaming effect lamp 9 or LED emits light at maximum brightness (for example, in the case of full color LED) Is desirable to emit white light).

  If the received effect control command is another command, the effect control CPU 120 stores the received effect control command, or sets a flag according to the received effect control command (step 112 IWS 320). For example, if the received effect control command is a variation pattern command, the received variation pattern command is stored in the variation pattern command storage area provided in the RAM 122, and the variation pattern command reception flag is set. Also, for example, if the received effect control command is a display result specification command, the received display result specification command is stored in the display result specification command storage area provided in the RAM 122. And it transfers to step 112 IWS301.

  In the feature portion 112IW, when the setting change process is not executed at the time of power on, the odd initial appearance is not displayed, but the odd initial appearance may be displayed. Good. Also in this case, the ratio determined at the odd initial appearance may be different according to the set value (that is, the suggestion of the set value may be performed).

  Also, for example, instead of or in addition to odd initial appearance or even initial appearance, an initial appearance that denies the possibility of being a specific set value (for example, the possibility of being set value 1 is denied, setting A value 2 or a setting value 3 may be determined), an initial appearance number determining that the specific setting value is determined, or the like may be provided, and may be displayed according to the setting value. For example, in the case of the setting value 1, by not determining the specific initial appearance, when the specific initial appearance is displayed, the possibility of being the setting value 1 is negated, and the setting value 2 or It is determined that the setting value is 3. Also, for example, by setting the value to the specific initial appearance only in the case of the setting value 3, when the specific initial appearance is displayed, the setting value 3 is determined. . In addition, at the time of initial outcome determination, one of these initial outcomes may be determined by lottery. In this case, the ratio determined in accordance with the set value may be different.

(Setting indication production)
In the feature portion 112IW, the setting value is configured to be changeable, and as the setting suggestion effect that suggests the setting value, the pre-game indication effect performed before the start of the game, the above-mentioned initial appearance effect, and , During the variable display of the production design) configuration suggestion by the in-game suggestion effect to be executed in the game or the decision trend of the above-mentioned fluctuation pattern, it is possible to execute the big hit during the big hit (for example, big hit game) It is done. In the main feature portion 112IW, it is possible to execute the pre-game suggestion effect, the in-game suggestion effect, and the big hit suggestion effect by a plurality of types of effect modes each having different suggestion reliability, for example, a type of setting suggestion effect The reliability of the suggestion may be different for each. For example, it may be made to increase the reliability of the suggestion in the order of the pre-game suggestion effect> big-hit suggestion effect> in-game suggestion effect or the pre-game suggestion effect> in-game suggestion effect> big-hit suggestion effect. In-game suggestion effect> Big-hit suggestion effect> In order of pre-game suggestion effect, or in a big-hit suggestion effect> In-game suggestion effect> In-game suggestion effect In the order of suggestion reliability may be increased. Further, the execution ratio of each setting suggestion effect may be settable. For example, the manager of the gaming machine does not execute some or all of the setting suggestion effects (for example, a pre-game indication effect or an initial appearance effect suggesting that a setting change has been made), or an execution ratio The setting may be changed so as to lower (or raise). For example, the setting screen is displayed after the power is turned on, and the setting regarding the setting suggestion effect is performed by operating the operating means such as the push button 31B or the operating means such as a switch provided inside the gaming machine (only the administrator can operate). May be changed.

(Variable display start waiting process)
8-20 is a flowchart illustrating an example of variable display start waiting processing. In the variable display start waiting process, the CPU for effect control 120 sets a change start command reception flag (for example, a change pattern command reception flag) indicating that a command specifying start of variable display is received from the main substrate 11. It is confirmed whether or not there is (step 112 IWS 401).

  When the variation start command reception flag is set, the CPU for effect control 120 performs control to end the demonstration operation for waiting for the customer (step 112 IWS 402, step 112 IWS 403). Then, the variation start command reception flag is reset (step 112IWS404), and the value of the effect process flag is updated to "1" (step 112IWS405), and the variable display start waiting process is ended.

  If the variation start command reception flag is not set, the effect control CPU 120 does not execute the customer waiting demonstration effect (N in step 112 IWS 406), whether the time measurement result by the time counting means matches the predetermined condition or not (Step 112 IWS 407). Step 112 IWS 407 determines that the predetermined condition is met, for example, when the timer (set, for example, for 30 seconds) set when the previous variable display (display result “losing”) is finished out. In addition, it is determined that the predetermined condition is met also when the timer is not set (that is, when the variable display is not executed even once after power on and before the start of the game). That is, when the variable display is not performed and a predetermined period has passed (and not controlled to the big hit gaming state) or before the start of the game, the predetermined condition is satisfied, and the customer waiting demonstration effect is produced by the processing described later. Will be executed.

  If the clocking result by the clocking means matches the predetermined condition, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the number of fluctuations after power-on is zero (step 112 IWS 408). That is, in step 112 IWS 408, it is confirmed whether the game has not been started yet.

  If the number of changes after power-on is zero, the effect control CPU 120 checks whether the set value command reception flag is set (step 112 IWS 409). If the set value command reception flag is set (that is, if the set value command is normally received), the effect control CPU 120 determines the set value stored in the set value storage area of the RAM 122, Based on the pre-game suggestion effect determination table, the presence or absence of the pre-game suggestion effect and the effect mode in the case of execution are determined according to the set value (step 112 IWS 410). Then, the process shifts to step 112IWS 415.

  In the present feature portion 112IW, when the customer waiting demo effect of the aspect including the pre-game suggestion effect of the first effect aspect is executed, the decoration lamp changes to the first special color (blue) different from the normal color (for example, white). When the customer waiting demo effect of the aspect including the pre-game suggestion effect of the second production mode is controlled and executed, the decoration lamp is controlled to the second special color (red), and the pre-game suggestion effect of the third production mode is The decoration lamp is controlled to the third special color (rainbow color) when the customer demonstration effect including the aspect is executed.

  FIGS. 8-21 is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the pre-game suggestion effect determination table. In step 112 IWS 410, using the pre-game suggestion effect determination table shown in FIG. 8A, a lottery process based on random numbers is performed according to the allocation of determination values corresponding to the set values stored in the set value storage area, The presence or absence of the execution of the pre-game suggestion effect and the effect mode are determined. In the pre-game suggestion effect determination table of FIG. 8-21 (A), the determination values are assigned such that the ratio at which the pre-game suggestion effect is performed becomes higher in the order of the setting value “1” <“2” <“3” It is done. Further, the determination values are assigned such that the proportion determined in the second effect mode in the order of the setting values “1” <“2” <“3” is high. With such a configuration, it is suggested that the pre-game suggestion effect is executed, and that the advantageous setting value is suggested by being executed by the second effect mode rather than the first effect mode. Become. In addition, by performing the pre-game suggestion effect, it is suggested that the setting change is performed when the power is turned on. Moreover, as shown to FIGS. 8-21 (A), it may be determined to a 3rd presentation mode only when it is setting value "3." Therefore, it is determined that the setting change has been made and that the setting value is "3" by the pre-game suggestion effect being executed by the third effect mode.

  If the setting value command reception flag is not set (that is, the setting change process has been executed, but the setting value command can not be received normally due to a reason such as a command drop or data corruption), effect control The CPU 120 confirms whether or not the current rendering mode is the rendering mode A (step 112 IWS 411). Note that whether or not the effect mode A is set can be determined, for example, by confirming whether or not the effect mode A flag is set. In the case of the effect mode A, the effect control CPU 120 assumes that the setting value is “1”, and uses the pre-game indication effect determination table shown in FIG. And the presentation mode is determined (step 112 IWS 412). Then, the process shifts to step 112IWS 415.

  Step 112 IWS 411 to S 412 are executed so that the feature part 112 IW can not receive the set value command normally, and in the case of the effect mode A, the set value which is the most disadvantageous setting. The presence or absence of a pre-game suggestion effect and the presentation mode are determined as being "1". As shown to FIGS. 8-21 (A), with respect to setting value "1", the ratio determined as a 2nd presentation mode is the lowest, and is not determined as a 3rd presentation mode. By configuring in this way, it is possible to reduce the situation in which the pre-game suggestion effect is executed by the second effect mode and the third effect mode even though the disadvantageous setting value is set, and the player is discouraged instead. To prevent the decline in interest for the game.

  If the effect mode A is not in effect, the effect control CPU 120 checks whether the current effect mode is the effect mode C (step 112 IWS 413). Note that whether or not the effect mode C is set can be determined, for example, by confirming whether or not the effect mode C flag is set. In the case of the effect mode C, the effect control CPU 120 determines the presence / absence of execution of the effect before the game and the effect mode by using the pre-game indication effect determination table for the effect mode C (step 112 IWS 414). Then, the process shifts to step 112IWS 415.

  FIGS. 8-21 (B) is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the pre-game suggestion effect determination table for production mode C. FIG. As shown in FIG. 8-21 (B), in the pre-game suggestion effect determination table for the production mode C, it is determined to execute the pre-game suggestion effect in comparison with the setting value “2” or “3”. The ratio itself is low, the ratio determined to be the first effect mode or the second effect mode is low, and it is not determined to be the third effect mode.

  By performing the processing of step 112IWS413 to S414, in the feature portion 112IW, the disadvantageous setting value is set when the setting value command can not be received normally and the effect mode C is set. Although the suggestion effect before game is executed by the second effect mode and the third effect mode regardless of the situation, the situation where the player is disappointed rather than being reduced can be reduced, and a decrease in interest for the game can be prevented.

  Then, the effect control CPU 120 performs control to execute a customer waiting demonstration effect of an aspect including the pre-game suggestion effect determined in step 112 IWS 410, S412, S414 (step 112 IWS 415). Thereafter, the variable display start waiting process is ended.

  On the other hand, when it is not the effect mode C (that is, when the current effect mode is the effect mode B), the effect control CPU 120 proceeds to step 112IWS 416 as it is. That is, in the case of the effect mode B, it is limited so as not to execute the pre-game indication effect.

  By performing the process of step 112 IWS 413, the feature portion 112 IW does not normally receive the setting value command, and when the effect mode B is in effect, by not performing the pre-game suggestion effect, It is possible to prevent a decrease in interest for the game by reducing the situation in which the pre-game suggestion effect is executed and the player is disappointed instead of being set despite the disadvantageous set value.

  Even in the case where the setting value command can not be normally received in the effect mode B, the pre-game suggestion effect may be executable at a low rate. In this case, for example, a table in which the execution ratio of the pre-game suggestion effect is set to be lower overall than the setting value “1” of the pre-game suggestion effect determination table shown in FIG. You may comprise so that the presence or absence and kind of suggestion effects may be determined.

  In addition, it is not restricted to the example shown to FIGS. 8-21 (A), and the ratio by which it is performed differs according to a setting value only in a specific presentation mode (for example, 2nd presentation mode) among several production modes. It may be

  Further, for example, when a specific effect mode (for example, the second effect mode) of the plurality of effect modes is executed, the possibility of being a specific set value may be denied. For example, in the case of the setting value 1, setting is not performed when a specific effect mode (for example, the second effect mode) is executed by preventing the specific effect mode (for example, the second effect mode) from being determined. The possibility of being the value 1 is negated, and it is determined that the setting value 2 or the setting value 3 is established. In addition, when a specific effect mode (for example, the second effect mode) is executed, it may be determined that it is a specific set value. For example, when a specific effect mode (for example, the second effect mode) is executed by setting a specific effect mode (for example, the second effect mode) only in the case of the setting value 3, It is determined that the setting value is 3.

  In the present characteristic portion 112IW, according to the set value, it is possible to execute the pre-game suggestion effect at a different rate, but this is the pre-game suggestion effect (the first production mode, the second production mode and the second 3) The execution ratio of the three rendering modes is different, the execution ratio of the first rendering mode, the second rendering mode and the third rendering mode is different depending on the setting value, and only the specific rendering mode is changing according to the setting value It is a concept that includes different execution rates.

  In the feature portion 112IW, the setting change is not performed when the power is turned on, and when the set value command is not received, the pre-game suggestion effect is not executed. Not only when the setting change is not performed, the pre-game suggestion effect may be executable. In this case, the presence / absence of the pre-game suggestion effect may be determined at different rates depending on when the setting change is performed and when the setting change is not performed, and the effect mode in the case of execution may be determined.

  For example, FIG. 8-21 (C) is a pre-game suggestion effect determination table used when receiving a recovery command. Comparing the pre-game suggestion effect determination table shown in Fig. 8-21 (A) with the pre-game suggestion effect determination table shown in Fig. 8-21 (C), when the recovery command is received, ie, the setting change When not being performed, the ratio at which the pre-game suggestion effect is performed is lower than when the setting change is performed, and the difference in the execution ratio between the setting values is also smaller. By doing this, the reliability of the suggestion by the pre-game suggestion effect can be made different between when the setting change is made and when it is not made.

  If the number of changes after the power is turned on is not zero, the CPU 120 performs control for executing a customer waiting demonstration effect in a mode including execution history information of setting suggestion effects (except for the pre-game suggestion effects) (step 112 IWS 416). Thereafter, the variable display start waiting process is ended.

  Step 112 When the processing of IWS 416 is executed, for example, an execution history indicating the number of times of execution of setting suggestion effects (in-game indication effects or suggestion effects during big hit) and execution contents (effect mode at the time of execution) etc. in the image display device 5 A demonstration for waiting for a customer in a mode in which information is displayed is performed. In addition, if the process of step 112 IWS416 is performed, customer waiting de-representation will be performed, and if predetermined operation (for example, operation of stick controller 31A or push button 31B) is performed during execution of the said customer waiting de- velopment effect, The execution history information of the setting suggestion effect may be displayed on the image display device 5. In addition, on the side of the effect control board 12, the number of times of execution and execution content (effect mode at the time of execution) of setting indication effects (initial appearance effect, pre-game indication effect, in-game indication effect, big hit indication effect etc) are shown Information may be stored, and an effect of inferring a setting value from the information and notifying it may be executable. Note that this effect is to notify the setting expectation degree (or the estimated value to be estimated) calculated based on a predetermined reference from the execution situation of the setting suggestion effect, and not to notify the actual setting value .

  In the feature portion 112IW, the processing before steps S112IWS408-112IWS415 executes the pre-game suggestion effect only before the game is started. Further, although execution history information of the setting suggestion effect is shown during the customer waiting demonstration effect by the processing of the step 112 IWS 416, the information on the pre-game suggestion effect is excluded. With such a configuration, an interest can be given to the state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 before the start of the game, and motivation can be given to play the game from an early time slot of the operating hours of the game arcade, and the interest can be enhanced. . In addition, the present invention is not limited to the example of the characteristic portion 112IW, for example, by using a real-time clock, etc., so that the pre-game suggestion effect is executed only in a predetermined time slot (for example, from 9 am to 11 am) It is also good. In addition, the execution history information of the setting indication effect may not include information on the in-game indication effect during the special period.

  In addition to the configuration of the characteristic portion 112IW, the number of executions and contents of the setting suggestion effect are accumulated as execution history information, and a two-dimensional code including execution history information is displayed on the image display device 5 at the end of the game. It may be configured to In addition, when the player captures a two-dimensional code displayed on the gaming machine using a portable terminal such as a mobile phone with a camera function and transmits it to a web server on the Internet, the web server is based on the received information. A game history of the player may be managed, and a process of giving a predetermined benefit may be performed according to the game history. Further, the execution history information may be acquired by the player accessing the Web server (or analyzing the two-dimensional code) using the portable terminal, and may be displayed on the display device provided in the portable terminal. In addition, a setting suggestion image suggesting a setting value may be displayed on a display device included in the portable terminal by the player reading a two-dimensional code including execution history information using the portable terminal. For example, a setting value estimated on the basis of a predetermined standard from the execution history information is calculated, and a setting suggestion image suggesting the calculated setting value (which is only estimation and different from the actual setting value) is displayed. May be

(In-game indication effect determination process)
FIG. 8-22 is a flow chart showing an example of the during-game suggestion effect determination process. In-game suggestion effect determination processing is executed in the variable display start setting processing (step S171). In the in-game indication effect determination process, the CPU 120 for effect control selects the first in-game indication effect determination table (Y in step 112 IWS 501) when it is in the special period (Y in step 112 IWS 501) (not in the special period) In the case (N of step 112 IWS 501), the second game during suggestion effect determination table is selected (step 112 IWS 503). For example, when the setting change end command or the setting value command is received, the special period flag is set, and when the variable display is performed a predetermined number of times (30 times in this example), the special period flag is reset. For example, by checking the state of the special period flag, it is possible to confirm in step 112 IWS 501 whether or not the special period is in progress.

  Next, the effect control CPU 120 checks whether the set value command reception flag is set (step 112 IWS 504). If the set value command reception flag is set (that is, if the set value command is normally received), the effect control CPU 120 determines the set value stored in the set value storage area of the RAM 122, Using the selected in-game suggestion effect determination table, it is determined whether or not the in-game suggestion effect is to be executed, and an effect mode in the case of execution (step 112 IWS 505).

  FIG. 8-23 (A) is an explanatory view showing a first in-game suggestion effect determination table used in the special period, and FIG. 8-23 (B) is a second in-game suggestion effect in the non-special period It is explanatory drawing which shows a determination table.

  In the first and second in-game suggestion effect determination tables shown in FIGS. 8-23 (A) and (B), in-game suggestion effects are executed in the order of setting value “1” <“2” <“3” Judgment values are assigned to increase the rate of With such a configuration, it is suggested that the advantageous setting value is set by the suggestion effect during game being executed.

  In addition, with regard to the second effect mode (mini characters A and B appearance), the ratio to be executed in the order of the setting value "1" <"2" <"3" is high, and the first effect mode (mini character A appearance) The determination values are assigned such that the difference in the execution ratio between the set values is larger than that. That is, the second effect mode has a high degree of reliability for being set to a setting value more advantageous than the first effect mode.

  Further, in the first and second in-game suggestion effect determination tables shown in FIGS. 8-23 (A) and (B), the in-game indication effect of the second effect mode in which the reliability is high is executed only during the special period. Is configured as. With such a configuration, it is possible to give motivation to play a game in a special period, and to enhance interest.

  Further, as shown in FIGS. 8-23 (A) and (B), the third effect mode (character C appearance) may be determined only when the setting value is “3”. Therefore, it is determined that the setting value is "3" by the in-game indication effect being executed in the third effect mode.

  If the setting value command reception flag is not set (that is, the setting change process has been executed, but the setting value command can not be received normally due to a reason such as a command drop or data corruption), effect control The CPU 120 confirms whether or not the current rendering mode is the rendering mode A (step 112 IWS 506). Note that whether or not the effect mode A is set can be determined, for example, by confirming whether or not the effect mode A flag is set. If it is the effect mode A, the effect control CPU 120 determines the presence / absence of the effect during the in-game indication effect and the effect mode, using the in-game indication effect determination table as the setting value “1” Step 112 IWS 507).

  By executing the processing of step 112 IWS 506 to S 507, in the present characteristic portion 112 IW, the setting value which is the most disadvantageous setting in the case where the setting value command can not be received normally and is the effect mode A. The presence or absence of the execution of the in-game indication effect and the effect mode are determined as being "1". As shown in FIGS. 8-23 (A) and (B), for the setting value “1”, the ratio itself determined to execute the suggestion effect during game is low and the ratio determined as the second effect mode Is the lowest and is not determined to be the third effect mode. By configuring in this way, it is possible to reduce the situation in which the suggestion effect during game is executed by the second effect mode or the third effect mode even though the disadvantageous setting value is set, and the player is discouraged instead. To prevent the decline in interest for the game.

  If it is not the rendering mode A, the CPU 120 for rendering control checks whether or not the current rendering mode is the rendering mode C (step 112 IWS 508). Note that whether or not the effect mode C is set can be determined, for example, by confirming whether or not the effect mode C flag is set. If it is the effect mode C, the effect control CPU 120 determines the presence / absence of execution of the effect during in-game indication and the effect mode using the in-game indication effect determination table for the effect mode C (step 112 IWS 509).

  FIG. 8-23 (C) is an explanatory view showing an example of the during-game suggestion effect determination table for the effect mode C. FIG. As shown in FIG. 8-23 (C), in the in-game suggestion effect determination table for effect mode C, the percentage determined to execute the in-game indication effect is lower than in the case of the setting value “3”. There is no case that the third effect mode is determined.

  By performing the processing of step 112 IWS 508 to S 509, in the feature portion 112 IW, when the setting value command can not be received normally and the effect mode C is set, the disadvantageous setting value is set. Although the suggestion effect during game is executed by the second effect mode and the third effect mode regardless of the situation, it is possible to reduce a situation in which the player is discouraged instead and it is possible to prevent a decrease in interest for the game.

  On the other hand, when it is not the effect mode C (that is, when the current effect mode is the effect mode B), the effect control CPU 120 ends the process as it is. That is, in the case of the effect mode B, the in-game indication effect is restricted from being executed.

  By performing the process of step 112 IWS 508, in the present characteristic portion 112 IW, in the case where the setting value command can not be received normally and the effect mode B is in effect, by not executing the suggestion effect during game, It is possible to prevent a drop in interest for the game by reducing the situation in which the suggestion effect during game is executed and the player is disappointed instead of being set despite the disadvantageous set value.

  Even when the setting value command can not be normally received in the effect mode B, the suggestion effect during game may be configured to be executable at a low rate. In this case, for example, a table is used in which the execution ratio of the in-game suggestion effect is set to be lower than the setting value “1” of the in-game suggestion effect determination table shown in FIGS. 8-23 (A) and (B). The game may be configured to determine the presence / absence and type of suggestion effect during game play.

  In addition, it is not restricted to the example shown to FIGS. 8-23 (A) and (B), It is performed according to a setting value only in a specific presentation mode (for example, 2nd presentation mode) among several presentation modes. The proportions may be different.

  Further, for example, when a specific effect mode (for example, the second effect mode) of the plurality of effect modes is executed, the possibility of being a specific set value may be denied. For example, in the case of the setting value 1, setting is not performed when a specific effect mode (for example, the second effect mode) is executed by preventing the specific effect mode (for example, the second effect mode) from being determined. The possibility of being the value 1 is negated, and it is determined that the setting value 2 or the setting value 3 is established. In addition, when a specific effect mode (for example, the second effect mode) is executed, it may be determined that it is a specific set value. For example, when a specific effect mode (for example, the second effect mode) is executed by setting a specific effect mode (for example, the second effect mode) only in the case of the setting value 3, It is determined that the setting value is 3.

  In the feature portion 112IW, according to the setting value, it is possible to execute the in-game indication effect at a different rate, but according to the setting value, the in-game indication effect (the first effect aspect, the second effect aspect and the second 3) The execution ratio of the three rendering modes is different, the execution ratio of the first rendering mode, the second rendering mode and the third rendering mode is different depending on the setting value, and only the specific rendering mode is changing according to the setting value It is a concept that includes different execution rates.

  Although the feature portion 112IW is configured to be able to execute the in-game indication effect in the common mode (for example, the first effect mode) in the special period and the non-special period, the present invention is not limited to such a configuration. It may be possible to execute the different types of in-game suggestion effects. For example, the size and color of the mini character A may be different between the special period and the non-special period.

  Further, in the present characteristic portion 112IW, the presence or absence of the suggestion effect during game execution, and the effect mode in the case of execution are different depending on which of the special period and the non-special period and the setting value. However, in addition to such a configuration, for example, the fluctuation time specified by the fluctuation pattern or the presence or absence of reach effect, the type of reach effect, the presence or absence of pseudo continuous effect, the type of pseudo continuous effect, the display result becomes a big hit Depending on whether or not etc., the presence or absence of execution of the suggestion effect during the game, the effect mode in the case of execution may be different.

  For example, the in-game suggestion effect may be executable only when at least the change pattern includes the reach effect (ie, the change time is longer than the non-reach change pattern). Also, for example, in the variation pattern including Super Reach B and the variation pattern including Super Reach A having a higher degree of expectation than Super Reach B, the latter is likely to have a higher ratio of during-game suggestion effects. You may make it so that the degree of reliability when the suggestion effect during the game is executed may be increased, or the rate at which the suggestion effect during the game is performed is high, and the degree of reliability when the effect is executed is It may be made higher.

  Also, for example, in the variation pattern including the pseudo-series effect and the variation pattern not including the pseudo-series effect (or the number of pseudo-sequences is smaller than the former), the ratio in which the former performs the suggestion effect during game is It may be higher, or the reliability when the suggestion effect during the game is executed may be higher, or the ratio when the suggestion effect during the game is performed is high, and when it is executed The reliability may be increased.

  Further, for example, in the variation pattern in which the display result is a big hit and the variation pattern in which the display result is not a big hit, the former may have a higher ratio of the suggestion effect during the game being executed, During the suggestion effect may be executed to increase the degree of reliability may be increased, during the game may be performed a higher percentage of the effect is performed, and may be increased when the degree of reliability is increased .

(Did you decide during the big hit
FIG. 8-24 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the jackpot effect determination process. The jackpot effect determination process is executed in the jackpot opening pre-processing (step S114). In the jackpot effect determination process, the effect control CPU 120 checks whether the set value command reception flag is set (step 112 IWS 601). If the set value command reception flag is set (that is, if the set value command is normally received), the effect control CPU 120 determines the set value stored in the set value storage area of the RAM 122, The presence or absence of the execution of the jackpot suggestion effect, and the effect mode in the case of execution are determined (step 112 IWS 602). Then, the process shifts to step 112 IWS 607.

  In step S112IWS602, if it is a period until the variable display is performed a specific number of times (100 times in this example) from the game start time (hereinafter, also referred to as a specific period), the eighth shown in FIG. One big hit inside suggestion production decision table is selected, when it is not during specified period, the 2nd big hit inside suggestion production decision table which is shown in Figure 8-25 (B) it selects. Then, based on the selected jackpot suggestion effect determination table and the set value, it is determined whether or not the jackpot suggestion effect is to be executed, and the effect mode in the case of execution. In addition, although the "game start time" here refers to the time when the first variable display is started after the power is turned on, the present invention is not limited to this, for example, the first change after the end of the last run. It may be the time when the display is started, or it may be the time when the first variable display is started after the end of the customer waiting demonstration effect. Further, in this characteristic portion 112IW, regardless of whether the setting change is performed at the time of power on, the period from the game start time until the variable display is executed a specific number of times (100 times in this example) is set as the specific period. However, when the setting is changed when the power is turned on, a period from the game start time until the variable display is performed a specific number of times (100 times in this example) may be set as the specific period. Also, for example, the specific period is divided into a plurality of periods, and the first specific period (period from the game start time until the variable display is executed 50 times) and the second specific period (51st change after the game start) A jackpot suggestion presentation determination table may be used in which the presence or absence of a jackpot suggestion effect and the determination ratio of the presentation mode are different between the display and the period until the 100th variation display is executed.

  In the first and second big hit medium suggestion effect determination tables shown in Fig. 8-25 (A) and (B), big hit medium suggestion effects are executed in the order of setting value "1" <"2" <"3" Judgment values are assigned to increase the rate of According to such a configuration, it is suggested that the jackpot suggestion effect is executed to be set to an advantageous set value.

  Moreover, about the 2nd presentation mode and the 3rd presentation mode, the ratio performed in order of setting value "1" <"2" <"3" is high, and the execution ratio between setting values in a specific period and a non-specific period Judgment values are assigned such that the difference between That is, in the specific period, the jackpot suggestion effect with higher reliability is performed than in the non-specific period. With such a configuration, it is possible to give motivation to play a game in a specific period, and to enhance interest. In addition to the configuration of the feature portion 112IW, the jackpot middle suggestion effect (or the specific effect mode thereof) may be performed only during a specific period, and may not be performed during a non-specific period.

  Further, as shown in FIGS. 8-25 (A) and (B), the fourth effect mode may be determined only when the setting value is “3”. Therefore, it is determined that the setting value is “3” by executing the jackpot suggestion effect according to the fourth effect mode.

  In the feature portion 112IW, when the big hit during the suggestion effect is executed by the third effect mode, for example, as shown in FIG. 8-26 (A1), in the image display device 5, the effect pattern to be a big hit is stopped and displayed. After that, as shown in FIG. 8-26 (B1), a serif C image (“high setting !?”) 112IW 102 is displayed.

  In addition, when the big hit during the suggestion effect is executed by the fourth effect mode, for example, as shown in FIG. 8-26 (A1), after the stop display of the effect design to be a big hit in the image display device 5, a figure As shown in 8-27 (C1), a serif D image ("high setting confirmed") 112IW 105 is displayed.

  If the setting value command reception flag is not set (that is, the setting change process has been executed, but the setting value command can not be received normally due to a reason such as a command drop or data corruption), effect control The CPU 120 confirms whether the current effect mode is the effect mode A (step 112 IWS 603). Note that whether or not the effect mode A is set can be determined, for example, by confirming whether or not the effect mode A flag is set. In the case of the effect mode A, the effect control CPU 120 determines the presence / absence and effect mode of the big hit medium suggestion effect using the selected big hit medium suggestion effect determination table as the setting value “1” ( Step 112 IWS 604). Then, the process shifts to step 112 IWS 607.

  By performing the processing of step 112 IWS603 to S604, in the feature portion 112IW, the setting value which is the most disadvantageous setting in the case where the setting value command can not be received normally and is the effect mode A. The presence or absence of the execution of the jackpot suggestion effect and the presentation mode are determined as being "1". As shown in FIGS. 8-25 (A) and (B), the ratio determined as the second effect mode or the third effect mode is the lowest for the setting value “1”, and the fourth effect mode is determined. If not be. By configuring as such, although the adverse setting value is set, the jackpot suggestion effect is executed by the second effect mode, the third effect mode, and the third effect mode, and the player is discouraged instead. To prevent the decline in interest for the game.

  If the effect mode A is not in effect, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether the current effect mode is the effect mode C (step 112 IWS 605). Note that whether or not the effect mode C is set can be determined, for example, by confirming whether or not the effect mode C flag is set. In the case of the effect mode C, the effect control CPU 120 determines the presence / absence of execution of the indicated effect in the large hit and the effect mode using the large hit / inside suggested effect determination table for the effect mode C (step 112 IWS 606). Then, the process shifts to step 112 IWS 607.

  FIG. 8-25 (C) is an explanatory view showing an example of a big hit inside suggestion production determination table for the production mode C. FIG. As shown in FIG. 8-25 (C), in the jackpot hinting staging determination table for the staging mode C, the percentage for deciding to execute the jackpot hinting staging itself is low, and in the case of the setting value “2” or “3” The ratio determined to be the second effect mode or the third effect mode is lower than that of the second effect mode, and may not be determined to be the fourth effect mode.

  By performing the processing of step 112 IWS 605 to S 606, in the feature portion 112 IW, the disadvantageous setting value is set when the setting value command can not be received normally and the effect mode C is set. It is possible to reduce a situation in which a big hit during the big hit is executed by the second effect mode, the third effect mode, and the third effect mode regardless of being played, causing a player to be discouraged and prevent a decline in interest for the game I have to.

  On the other hand, when it is not the rendering mode C (that is, when the current rendering mode is the rendering mode B), the CPU 120 for production control proceeds to step 112IWS 607 as it is. That is, in the case of the effect mode B, the jackpot is limited so as not to execute the suggestion effect during the big hit.

  Step 112 IWS 605 executes this process to cause the feature part 112 IW not to receive the set value command normally and when the effect mode B is in effect, by not executing the jackpot suggestion effect, In spite of the fact that the disadvantageous set value is set, the jackpot suggestion effect is executed to reduce the situation in which the player is discouraged instead of being discouraged, and it is possible to prevent the decline in interest for the game.

  Even in the case where the setting value command can not be normally received in the effect mode B, it may be possible to execute the suggestion effect during the big hit at a low rate. In this case, for example, a table is used in which the execution ratio of the big hit during the big hit is set lower than the setting value “1” of the big hit during the big hit effect determination table shown in FIGS. 8-25 (A) and (B). It may be configured to determine the presence or the type of the suggestion effect during the big hit.

  In addition, it is not restricted to the example shown to FIGS. 8-25 (A) and (B), It is performed according to a setting value only in a specific presentation mode (for example, 3rd presentation mode) among several presentation modes. The proportions may be different.

  Also, in the example shown in FIG. 8-25 (A), when a big hit occurs in a specific period, a big hit during the suggested effect is always performed, but it may be performed at a low rate in some cases. May be In this case, the rate of non-execution may be made different according to the set value. Also, in the example shown in FIG. 8-25 (B), regardless of the setting value, the ratio in which the jackpot suggestion is not performed is configured to be the same, but the ratio not performed in accordance with the setting value is different. You may make it

  Further, in the present characteristic portion 112IW, when a big hit occurs in a specific period, a big hit inside suggestive effect is executed as a setting suggestive effect, but in addition to or instead of such a configuration, A setting suggestion effect (for example, a serif image suggesting a set value is displayed when the predetermined condition is satisfied) may be executed based on the predetermined condition being satisfied in the specific period. In this case, the predetermined condition may be satisfied by, for example, that the number of times of execution of the reach effect or the pseudo continuous effect has reached a predetermined number, or that a specific super reach effect or a notice effect is performed.

  In the feature portion 112IW, it is possible to execute the big hit during the big hit in different proportions according to the set value, but this is a big hit during the big hit according to the set value (the first production mode, the second production mode, the third The execution ratio of the effect mode and the fourth effect mode is different, the execution ratio of the first effect mode, the second effect mode, the third effect mode and the fourth effect mode is different according to the setting value, the setting value It is a concept including that an execution rate changes only according to a specific presentation mode (for example, the 3rd presentation mode) according to.

  Next, the effect control CPU 120 determines the presence or absence of the execution of the feature effect (step 112 IWS 607).

  Here, for example, as shown in FIG. 8-26 (A1), the movable member 112IW 101 is provided above the image display device 5. In such a configuration, when the feature effect is executed, control is performed to move the movable member 112IW 101 to the front of the image display device 5 as shown in FIG. 8-26 (B2).

  As shown in FIGS. 8-26 (A1) and (B2), since the movable member 112IW 101 moves to the front of the image display device 5 when the feature effect is executed, the image display device 5 is suggested by the big hit during the big hit It becomes difficult to visually recognize the position where the speech image is displayed. In the feature portion 112IW, since the jackpot suggestion effect and the feature effect are executed at different timings in the fanfare period in the jackpot game, the movable member 112IW101 actually moved to the front of the image display device 5 is a jackpot. It does not cover the serif image that is displayed by the suggestion effect. However, during the fanfare period, if the movable member 112IW 101 operates with a character effect, the player's attention may be directed to the movable member 112IW 101, and the speech image displayed by the suggestion effect during the big hit may be overlooked. Therefore, in the step 112 IWS 607, by using the feature effect determination table shown in FIG. 8-25 (D), when the big hit during the suggestion effect is executed, the feature effect is not performed. With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent a reduction in interest from making it difficult for the jackpot suggestion effect to be recognized. In addition, with such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the jackpot suggestion effect from being hard to recognize even if the jackpot suggestion effect and the feature effect presentation are performed at the same timing.

  In addition, when execution of the big hit during the suggestion production is decided, either execution timing of the big hit during the suggestion production and the feature production is changed (for example, the feature production is done during the fanfare period, the big hit suggestion production during the big hit) In the ending period), it may be possible to prevent the jackpot suggestion effect from becoming hard to recognize. In addition, when execution of the big hit during the suggestion effect is decided, changing the operation aspect of the movable member 112IW101 (for example, control not to stop at the position overlapping with the serif image by the big hit during the suggestion effect) or the big hit The display position of the speech image by the middle suggestion effect may be changed to prevent the jackpot middle suggestion effect from being hard to recognize. In addition, when the execution of the jackpot suggestion effect is determined, the execution of the feature effect may be limited by reducing the execution ratio of the feature effect. Further, the execution of the feature presentation may be limited only during a specific period. Further, the invention is not limited to the example shown in FIG. 8-25 (D), and even when the jackpot suggestion effect is executed, the feature effect may be executed at a low rate.

  Next, the effect control CPU 120 determines the presence or absence of the light guide effect (step 112 IWS 609) if the feature effect is not to be executed (N in step 112 IWS 608).

  Here, on the front surface of the image display device 5, a light guide plate 112IW103 having translucency capable of transmitting light, and a light emitter provided so as to allow light to enter from the end face of the light guide plate are provided. It is assumed that the light emitting member is provided with a reflecting portion that reflects light incident on the inside of the light guide plate 112IW103 from the end face of the light guide plate 112IW103 and emits the light to the front of the gaming machine. Then, by causing the light emitter to emit light, it is possible to execute a light guide plate effect that causes light to be emitted from the reflection portion provided in the light guide plate 112IW 103 to the front surface of the gaming machine. In such a configuration, when the light guide plate effect is executed, light is emitted from the reflection portion provided in the light guide plate 112IW103 to the front surface of the gaming machine as shown in FIG. 8-26 (B3), “big hit” The letter of appears. In addition, while the light guide plate effect is being performed, it becomes difficult to visually recognize the image displayed on the image display device 5.

  In step 112 IWS 609, by using the light guide plate effect determination table shown in FIG. 8-25 (E), the light guide plate effect is executed at different rates depending on the presence or absence of the suggestion effect during the big hit and the effect mode when it is executed. Ru. Specifically, when the jackpot suggestion effect of the first effect mode is executed, the ratio at which the light guide plate effect is executed is high, and the suggestion of the second effect mode, the third effect mode, and the fourth effect mode is suggested When the effect is performed, the ratio at which the light guide plate effect is performed is configured to be low. That is, when a big hit during the big hit in the production mode that is not suggested to be an advantageous setting value is performed, the ratio at which the light guide effect is performed is high, and the big hit during the big hit is configured to be difficult to see There is. For example, as shown in FIG. 8-26 (B4), the light guide effect is executed when the serif A image (“setting is ...”) 112IW 104 is displayed by the jackpot suggestion effect of the first effect mode. If so, it becomes difficult to visually recognize the serif A image. With such a configuration, it is possible to suppress the decrease in the interest of playing the game by the suggestion of the jackpot during the undesirable presentation mode for the player. In addition, when the big hit inside suggestion production of the 2nd production mode, the 3rd production mode and the 4th production mode is executed, the execution timing of either the big hit inside suggestion production and the light guide plate production is changed (for example, light guide plate The presentation may be performed in the fanfare period, and the jackpot suggestion may be performed in the ending period).

  In the feature portion 112IW, a character effect and a light guide plate effect are executed in a mode in which it is difficult to recognize a big hit during a big hit, for example, an error displayed on the image display device 9 when an error occurs. The display is also performed by the aspect which makes it hard to recognize the big hit inside suggestion production. That is, the error display is displayed prior to the jackpot suggestion (or the pre-game suggestion or the in-game suggestion). With such a configuration, the occurrence of an error can be appropriately notified. Also, in the case where a predetermined effect (for example, one of a specific effect aspect among fanfare effects) is provided that can be executed simultaneously with the big hit during suggested effects, and the predetermined effect is a mode that makes it hard to recognize the big hit during indicated effects To give priority to the jackpot suggestion effect. Specifically, when the image displayed on the image display device 5 by the predetermined effect is a mode in which it is difficult to recognize the image displayed by the big hit during the suggestion, the big hit is displayed by the suggestion during the hit Images may be displayed preferentially. By such a configuration, it is possible to make it easy to recognize the jackpot suggestion effect.

  In addition, in the feature portion 112IW, the representation pattern is variably displayed in the display area of the image display device 5, but the representation pattern is variably displayed by driving the drum-shaped movable body having the representation pattern on the surface. (That is, it may be applied to a so-called drum-type gaming machine). Alternatively, the effect pattern may be variably displayed by driving a belt-like movable body having the effect pattern on the surface (that is, it may be applied to a so-called belt reel type gaming machine). In such a drum-type or belt-reel-type game machine, at the start of the first change after the setting change, the drum-like or belt-like movable body performs a characteristic operation different from that at the normal time (or the feature Behavior may occur). Therefore, in the first change after the setting change, the light guide effect to make it difficult to visually recognize the movable body at the start of the change may be performed (or the ratio to be performed may be increased). Such a configuration can make it difficult for the player to notice that the setting change has been made.

  In addition, in the feature portion 112IW, the feature effect and the light guide plate effect are configured to be able to reduce the visibility of the suggestion effect during the big hit, but in place of or in addition to such a configuration, For example, by executing the feature effect and the light guide plate effect, it may be possible to reduce the visibility of the initial outcome effect, the pre-game suggestion effect, and the in-game suggestion effect. Also in this case, the visibility may be reduced at a high rate when a suggestion that is undesirable for the player is made. For example, when even-numbered initial appearances are displayed, or when the pre-game suggestion effect of the first effect mode is executed, or when the during-game suggestion effect of the first effect mode is executed, the visibility thereof is reduced. In order to make it possible, it is possible to increase the ratio of performing the character effect rendering in which the movable member operates, and the light guide plate rendering displaying characters and pictures by the light guide plate. In addition, effects including control to output a predetermined sound, control to vibrate the movable member and the stick controller 31A, and control to emit a decorative light emitting object such as a decorative LED in a predetermined mode, not limited to the feature effect and the light guide plate effect By doing this, the player's attention may be directed to others, and the visibility of the initial appearance effect, the pre-game suggestion effect, and the in-game suggestion effect may be reduced (or less noticeable).

  Moreover, in addition to the setting suggestive effect of the feature portion 112IW, a simultaneous effect to be executed based on the measurement result (measurement result using a measurement timer set at power on or a real time clock) is executed in a specific mode. Setting may be suggested.

  In addition, according to the number of times that the variable display is continuously executed without the pending storage becoming 0, or the number of occurrences of the start winning exceeding the upper limit pending storage number, a setting suggestion effect that suggests setting (for example, a predetermined image Display control, output control of a predetermined sound, light emission control of a predetermined lamp, and the like may be performed.

  In addition, a setting suggestion effect that suggests setting based on detection of an operation of the stick controller 31A or the push button 31B in a predetermined operation valid period (for example, display control of a predetermined image or output control of a predetermined sound, predetermined The light emission control and the like of the lamp may be performed.

  As described above, the characteristic portion 112IW has been described with reference to the drawings, but the specific configuration is not limited to that shown in the present embodiment, and changes or additions may be made without departing from the scope of the present invention. included.

(Modification 1)
For example, although the feature section 112IW exemplifies a form in which the security cover 112IW500A is fixed to the outer frame 112IW001a, the present invention is not limited to this, and the security cover is provided on the game machine frame 112IW003 side It is also good. Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 8-28 (A) and 8-28 (B) as the first modification, the security cover 112IW500B including the short piece 112IW500Ba and the long piece 112IW500Bb can be used for the substrate case 112IW201, for example. The right end of the long piece 112IW500Bb slides in the lateral direction between the covering position covering the right side of the substrate case 112IW201 including the setting key 112IW051 and the setting changeover switch 112IW052 and the covering release position on the right side of the covering position Make it moveable.

  On the other hand, when the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is opened, the security cover 112IW500B is slid to the right with respect to the substrate case 112IW201 to set through the through hole 112IW500Bc formed in the left portion of the long piece 112IW500Bb. The key 112IW051 and the setting changeover switch 112IW052 may be made operable. That is, in the first modification, when the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is closed, the security cover 112IW500B (long piece 112IW500Bb) covers the setting key 112IW051 and the setting change switch 112IW052 in the left-right direction with respect to the substrate case 112IW201. The pachinko gaming machine 1 is maintained in the restricted state by restricting the slide movement to the lower side. On the other hand, when the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is opened, the security cover 112IW500B is slid to the right with respect to the substrate case 112IW201 to release the state where the setting key 112IW051 and the setting change switch 112IW052 are covered. The pachinko gaming machine 1 can be in a state where it can be released from the regulated state (it can be changed to the allowed state).

  More specifically, as shown in FIGS. 8-28 (A) and 8-28 (B), when the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is closed, the projecting dimension of the security cover 112IW500B from the substrate case 112IW201 is a length L1. On the other hand, when the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is opened, the projection size of the security cover 112IW500B from the substrate case 112IW201 is extended to the length L2 by sliding the security cover 112IW500B relative to the substrate case 112IW201. (L2> L1).

  That is, as shown in FIG. 8-29 (A), when the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is pivoted about the predetermined pivot axis and opened, the projected dimension from the security case 112IW500B from the substrate case 112IW201 is By sliding the board case 112IW201 to the length L2 (by setting the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the permitted state), a store clerk or the like at the game arcade operates the setting key 112IW051 or the setting change switch 112IW052 for pachinko gaming The set value of machine 1 can be changed. On the other hand, when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is in the permitted state, as shown in FIG. 8-29 (B), the security cover 112IW500B is used as the substrate case 112IW201 until the projecting dimension from the substrate case 112IW201 becomes the length L1. If the slide movement is not performed (if the pachinko gaming machine 1 is not changed to the restricted state), the security cover 112IW500B abuts on the front end of the outer frame 112IW001a, making it impossible to close the gaming machine frame 112IW003 It has become.

  Therefore, in the first modification, since it is possible to prevent closing of the gaming machine frame 112IW003 while the pachinko gaming machine 1 is in the permitted state, setting of the setting key 112IW051 by the security cover 112IW500B is performed. It is possible to prevent forgetting to cover with the changeover switch 112IW052, that is, to close the gaming machine frame 112IW003 without restricting the operation on the operation unit, and to improve security.

  In the state where the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is closed, the front end of the short piece 112IW500Ba is disposed between the outer frame 112IW001a and the gaming machine frame 112IW003, whereby movement from the covering position in the lateral direction is restricted. However, the security cover 112IW500B may be moved in the left-right direction as long as the state in which the setting key 112IW051 and the setting change switch 112IW052 are covered by the security cover 112IW500B is maintained. .

(Modification 2)
Further, as a form of providing the security cover on the gaming machine frame 112IW003 side, as shown in FIGS. 8-30 (A) and 8-30 (B) as a second modification, the left end of the security cover 112 IW500C The cover position for covering the right side portion of the substrate case 112IW201 including the setting key 112IW051 and the setting changeover switch 112IW052 is pivoted from the covering position around the pivot 112IW500Cd which is provided on the back side of the frame 112IW003 and which points vertically It may be pivotally supported between the covering release position. In such a case, when the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is closed, the front end of the short piece 112IW500Ca is locked to the locking portion 112IW500Cc provided on the right side of the outer frame 112IW001a, and the long piece 112IW500Cb switches the setting key 112IW051 to the setting key The switch 112IW052 may be restricted from pivoting from the back side to the back side.

  When the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is opened, the setting cover 112IW051 and the setting changeover switch 112IW052 are turned by rotating the security cover 112IW500C about the pivot 112IW500Cd (counterclockwise in plan view) with respect to the substrate case 112IW201. It should just be able to operate by releasing the state where it covered. That is, in the second modification, when the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is closed, the rotation is restricted in a state where the security cover 112IW500C (long piece 112IW500Cb) covers the setting key 112IW051 and the setting change switch 112IW052. Thus, the pachinko gaming machine 1 is maintained in a regulated state. On the other hand, when the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is opened, the security cover 112IW500C is rotated about the pivot 112IW500Cd (counterclockwise in plan view) with respect to the substrate case 112IW201 to set the setting key 112IW051 and the setting switch 112IW052. By releasing the covered state, the pachinko gaming machine 1 can be released from the restricted state (can be changed to the allowed state).

  More specifically, as shown in FIG. 8-31 (A), the security cover 112IW500C in the present modification 2 is pivoted around the pivot 112IW500Cd (the pachinko gaming machine 1 is in the permitted state), so that The store clerk or the like can change the setting value of the pachinko gaming machine 1 by operating the setting key 112IW051 or the setting change switch 112IW052. On the other hand, when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is in the permitted state, as shown in FIG. 8-31 (B), the security cover 112IW500C is rotated clockwise in plan view, and the setting key is set by the security cover 112IW500C. If 112IW051 or setting change switch 112IW052 is not covered (unless pachinko gaming machine 1 is changed to the restricted state), security cover 112IW500C abuts on the front end of outer frame 112IW001a and closes gaming machine frame 112IW003. It has become impossible.

  Therefore, in the second modification, since it is possible to prevent closing of the gaming machine frame 112IW003 while the pachinko gaming machine 1 is in the permitted state, the setting key 112IW051 by the security cover 112IW500C is set. It is possible to prevent forgetting to cover with the changeover switch 112IW052, that is, to close the gaming machine frame 112IW003 without restricting the operation on the operation unit, and to improve security.

(Modification 3)
Further, although the feature portion 112IW exemplifies a mode in which the setting value of the pachinko gaming machine 1 can be changed by opening the gaming machine frame 112IW003, the present invention is not limited to this, and a glass door frame The setting value of the pachinko gaming machine 1 may be changed by opening the 112IW003a. When the set value of the pachinko gaming machine 1 can be changed by opening the glass door frame 112IW003a in this manner, as shown in FIGS. 8-32 (A) to 8-32 (C) as a third modification. As described above, the through hole 112IW003b may be formed in the lower portion of the gaming machine frame 112IW003, and the setting key 112IW051 and the setting changeover switch 112IW052 may be operable through the through hole 112IW003b. In this case, the mounting surface of the IC or the like on the main substrate 11 is disposed toward the back side of the pachinko gaming machine 1, and the setting key 112IW051 and the setting changeover switch 112IW052 are on the opposite side of the mounting surface on the main substrate 11. Placed on the face.

  As described above, when the setting key 112IW051 or the setting change switch 112IW052 can be operated through the through hole 112IW003b, the door 112IW003c capable of opening and closing the through hole 112IW003b is provided, and the door 112IW003c is closed. The operation of the setting key 112IW051 or the setting changeover switch 112IW052 may be restricted. When the door 112IW003c is provided on the front side of the gaming machine frame 112IW003 as shown in FIGS. 8-32 (B) and 8-32 (C), the door is closed by closing the glass door frame 112IW003a. Since 112IW003c is held between the glass door frame 112IW003a and the gaming machine frame 112IW003 in an openable / closable manner, the setting key 112IW051 or the setting changeover switch 112IW052 may be improperly operated when the glass door frame 112IW003a is closed. Can be strongly prevented and security can be improved.

As described above, the present feature portion 112IW includes the first invention described below. That is, in the related art, a pachinko configured to be able to set any of the setting values among a plurality of setting values based on the setting operation and configured to be able to execute the control of the advantageous state based on the setting values being set. As a gaming machine, for example, there is one described in JP-A-2010-200902. In JP 2010-200902 A, a change stop command (a set value specification command) corresponding to a set value before and after change is transmitted from the main control board to the effect control board, and before and after change obtained by the change stop command It is described that display by three types of effect patterns corresponding to three types of characters of giraffe, elephant, and lion is performed based on the value. However, in the gaming machine described in Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2010-200902, there is a possibility that an erroneous suggestion effect will be executed when the setting value information (setting value specification command) is not normal. In the gaming machine configured to be able to execute control of the advantageous state based on the set value being set, there is a possibility that the interest for the game may be reduced. Therefore, when focusing on the problem, as a gaming machine of the means 1 of the first invention for solving the problem,
A gaming machine that can be controlled to an advantageous state (eg, a big hit gaming state) advantageous to the player,
Setting means (for example, steps in the game control microcomputer 100) which can be set to any setting value among a plurality of setting values (for example, setting value "1" to setting value "3") based on setting operation 112 IWS 029),
Game control means capable of executing control of the advantageous state on the basis of the set value set (for example, a portion for executing steps S114 to 117 in the game control microcomputer 100);
Information output means capable of outputting setting value information (for example, setting value command) capable of specifying which setting value is set (for example, a portion that executes step 112IWS011 or S108 in the game control microcomputer 100) ,
Based on the set value information output from the information output means, suggestive effect execution means (for example, for effect control) that can execute suggested effects (for example, pre-game suggested effects, in-game suggested effects, big hit suggested effects) And a step of executing steps 112IWS409 to S415, S504 to S509, and S601 to S606 in the CPU 120,
When the set value information output from the information output means is not normal, the suggested effect execution means is set to a predetermined set value having a low degree of advantage for the player among the set values of the plurality of stages. As the thing, it is possible to execute the above-mentioned suggestion production (for example, CPU for production control 120, the part which executes step 112IWS412, S507 and S604)
According to this feature, in the gaming machine configured to be able to execute the control of the advantageous state based on the set value set, it is possible to prevent a decrease in interest for the game. be able to.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 2 of the first invention,
The information output means can output the set value information at a plurality of timings (for example, the game control microcomputer 100 transmits the set value command at the time of power on and at the start of fluctuation by executing steps 112 IWS 011 and S 108 Do)
It is described that it may be possible, and according to such a configuration, even if the setting value information can not be input properly at a certain timing, the setting value information can be normally input at the next timing. It is possible to prevent the decline in

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 3 of the first invention,
Suggested effect execution means, as a suggested effect, the first suggested effect with a high degree of specification of the set value that has been set (for example, suggested play during the game according to the third effect mode or during the game suggested effect, big hit during the fourth effect mode It is possible to execute the suggested effect) and the second suggested effect (for example, the in-game suggested effect by the first effect mode, the in-game suggested effect, the big hit suggested effect) with a low degree of specification of the set value set. It is described that it may be carried out, According to such composition, a stage effect can be heightened.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 4 of the first invention,
Using a plurality of types of decision data (for example, a pre-game suggestion effect determination table, a game suggestion effect determination decision table, and a big hit suggestion effect determination table) for determining the execution mode of the suggestion effect, the execution mode of the suggestion effect is Indication effect determining means to determine (for example, the part which performs step 112 IWS410, S412, S414, S505, S507, S509, S602, S604, S606 in CPU120 for production control),
The suggestion effect determining means is
The execution mode of the suggestion effect is determined using the determination data corresponding to the setting value set among the plurality of types of determination data (for example, the CPU 120 for effect control is stored in the setting value storage area of the RAM 122 Step 112 IWS 410, S505, and S602 are executed based on the set value).
If the set value information is not normally input, the execution mode of the suggestion effect is determined using the determination data according to the predetermined set value (for example, the set value “1”) (for example, the CPU 120 for effect control) Executes step 112 IWS 412, S507, S604 based on the set value "1")
It is described that it may be done, and according to such a configuration, an increase in data capacity can be prevented.

  In the present characteristic portion 112IW, "determining the execution mode of the suggestion effect" is a concept including determining whether or not to perform the suggestion effect, and also determining the presentation mode of the suggestion effect. is there.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 5 of the first invention,
The suggestion effect execution means at least indicates a suggestion effect (for example, a pre-game indication effect or the like by a different ratio according to the set value being set in a period from when the setting value is changed to when the first variable display is performed). It is described that it may be possible to execute the initial appearance effect etc.). According to such a configuration, the state of the gaming machine before the start of the game is given an interest, and the game is started from the early time slot Can be motivated to enhance the fun of the game.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 6 of the first invention,
The suggestion effect execution means is set at least during the game until a predetermined period (for example, a special period (from the setting change until the variable display is executed 30 times)) after the setting value is changed. Suggested effects can be executed at different rates according to the set value being used (see, for example, FIGS. 8-6 (A) and (B) and FIGS. 8-23 (A) and (B)).
It is described that it may be so. According to such a configuration, it is possible to give motivation to play a game in a predetermined period, and to enhance the game interest.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 7 of the first invention,
The suggested rendering execution means can execute the suggested rendering at different rates according to the set value being set (see, for example, FIGS. 8-23 (A), (B), etc.),
It is described that notification means (for example, a portion where the effect control CPU 120 executes step S112IWS 416) may be further provided to notify of information on the executed suggested effect, according to such a configuration. The suggestion effect executed in the past can be confirmed, and the game interest can be enhanced.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 8 of the first invention,
The suggested rendering execution means can execute the suggested rendering at different rates according to the set value being set (see, for example, FIGS. 8-25 (A), (B), etc.),
A predetermined effect (for example, a feature effect or the like in which the big hit suggestion effect is hard to be recognized when executed in parallel with the big hit suggestion effect). Predetermined effect execution means capable of executing light guide effect, error display, etc.);
Limiting means for limiting the execution of the predetermined effect when the suggested effect is executed (for example, when the big hit during the suggested effect is executed, the execution of the feature effect is restricted. See FIG. 8-25 (D)) It is described that it may be further provided with the above-mentioned configuration. According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent a decrease in interest.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 9 of the first invention,
The setting suggestion execution means can execute the setting suggestion at different rates according to the set value being set (see, eg, FIGS. 8-25 (A), (B), etc.)
A predetermined notification means capable of executing a predetermined notification according to an aspect in which the setting suggestion becomes difficult to recognize when the setting suggestion is executed in parallel (for example, the big hit suggestion effect is recognized when executed in parallel with the big hit suggestion effect) It is described that it may be possible to further provide a character feature effect, a light guide plate effect, an error display, etc. which becomes difficult, and according to such a configuration, a decrease in interest can be prevented.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 10 of the first invention,
A predetermined control period (for example, a fanfare period, an interval period, or the like during a big hit game) in the advantageous state differs depending on the set value set (for example, see FIG. 8-5).
It is described that it may be done, and according to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the irritability from becoming too high.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 11 of the first invention,
The predetermined control period (for example, fluctuation time) regarding variable display differs depending on the set value set (for example, see FIG. 8-7)
It is described that it may be done, and according to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the irritability from becoming too high.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 12 of the first invention,
And an opening / closing member that can be opened and closed, and a restriction member (for example, a security cover 112IW500A / security cover 112IW500B / security cover 112IW500C) capable of restricting the operation on the operation unit,
When the open / close member is closed, the restricting member maintains the restricted state in which the operation on the operation unit is restricted. When the open / close member is open, the restricted state can be released (for example, the frame 112IW003 for game machine is closed) In the state in which the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is opened while the security cover 112IW500A maintains the restricted state in which the operation on the operation unit including the setting key 112IW051 and the setting changeover switch 112IW052 is restricted. Is released from the restricted state by the security cover 112IW 500A, and becomes an allowable state in which the operation of the setting key 112IW051 and the setting changeover switch 112IW052 is permitted as shown in Fig. 8-2, 8-3 and 8-28 to 8-8. 31)
It is described that it may be done, and according to such a configuration, security is improved.

In addition, a second invention shown below is also included in the present characterizing portion 112IW. That is, in the related art, a pachinko configured to be able to set any of the setting values among a plurality of setting values based on the setting operation and configured to be able to execute the control of the advantageous state based on the setting values being set. As a gaming machine, for example, there is one described in JP-A-2010-200902. In JP 2010-200902 A, a change stop command (a set value specification command) corresponding to a set value before and after change is transmitted from the main control board to the effect control board, and before and after change obtained by the change stop command It is described that display by three types of effect patterns corresponding to three types of characters of giraffe, elephant, and lion is performed based on the value. However, in the gaming machine described in Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2010-200902, there is a possibility that an erroneous suggestion effect will be executed when the setting value information (setting value specification command) is not normal. In the gaming machine configured to be able to execute control of the advantageous state based on the set value being set, there is a possibility that the interest for the game may be reduced. Therefore, when focusing on the problem, as a gaming machine of the means 1 of the second invention for solving the problem,
A gaming machine that can be controlled to an advantageous state (eg, a big hit gaming state) advantageous to the player,
Setting means (for example, steps in the game control microcomputer 100) which can be set to any setting value among a plurality of setting values (for example, setting value "1" to setting value "3") based on setting operation 112 IWS 029),
Game control means capable of executing control of the advantageous state on the basis of the set value set (for example, a portion for executing steps S114 to 117 in the game control microcomputer 100);
Information output means capable of outputting setting value information (for example, setting value command) capable of specifying which setting value is set (for example, a portion that executes step 112IWS011 or S108 in the game control microcomputer 100) ,
Based on the set value information output from the information output means, suggestive effect execution means (for example, for effect control) that can execute suggested effects (for example, pre-game suggested effects, in-game suggested effects, big hit suggested effects) And a step of executing steps 112IWS409 to S415, S504 to S509, and S601 to S606 in the CPU 120,
The suggestion effect execution means limits the execution of the indication effect when the set value information output from the information output means is not normal (for example, the effect control CPU 120 performs N at S112, S508) N, at S605 N, does not execute pre-game suggestion effects, in-game suggestion effects, big hit suggestion effects)
According to this feature, in the gaming machine configured to be able to execute the control of the advantageous state based on the set value set, it is possible to prevent a decrease in interest for the game. be able to.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 2 of the second invention,
The information output means can output the set value information at a plurality of timings (for example, the game control microcomputer 100 transmits the set value command at the time of power on and at the start of fluctuation by executing steps 112 IWS 011 and S 108 Do)
It is described that it may be possible, and according to such a configuration, even if the setting value information can not be input properly at a certain timing, the setting value information can be normally input at the next timing. It is possible to prevent the decline in

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 3 of the second invention,
Suggested effect execution means, as a suggested effect, the first suggested effect with a high degree of specification of the set value that has been set (for example, suggested play during the game according to the third effect mode or during the game suggested effect, big hit during the fourth effect mode It is possible to execute the suggested effect) and the second suggested effect (for example, the in-game suggested effect by the first effect mode, the in-game suggested effect, the big hit suggested effect) with a low degree of specification of the set value set. It is described that it may be carried out, According to such composition, a stage effect can be heightened.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 4 of the second invention,
The suggestion effect execution means at least indicates a suggestion effect (for example, a pre-game indication effect or the like by a different ratio according to the set value being set in a period from when the setting value is changed to when the first variable display is performed). It is described that it may be possible to execute the initial appearance effect etc.). According to such a configuration, the state of the gaming machine before the start of the game is given an interest, and the game is started from the early time slot Can be motivated to enhance the fun of the game.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 5 of the second invention,
The suggestion effect execution means is set at least during the game until a predetermined period (for example, a special period (from the setting change until the variable display is executed 30 times)) after the setting value is changed. Suggested effects can be executed at different rates according to the set value being used (see, for example, FIGS. 8-6 (A) and (B) and FIGS. 8-23 (A) and (B)).
It is described that it may be so. According to such a configuration, it is possible to give motivation to play a game in a predetermined period, and to enhance the game interest.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 6 of the second invention,
The suggested rendering execution means can execute the suggested rendering at different rates according to the set value being set (see, for example, FIGS. 8-23 (A), (B), etc.),
It is described that notification means (for example, a portion where the effect control CPU 120 executes step S112IWS 416) may be further provided to notify of information on the executed suggested effect, according to such a configuration. The suggestion effect executed in the past can be confirmed, and the game interest can be enhanced.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 7 of the second invention,
The suggested rendering execution means can execute the suggested rendering at different rates according to the set value being set (see, for example, FIGS. 8-25 (A), (B), etc.),
A predetermined effect (for example, a feature effect or the like in which the big hit suggestion effect is hard to be recognized when executed in parallel with the big hit suggestion effect). Predetermined effect execution means capable of executing light guide effect, error display, etc.);
Limiting means for limiting the execution of the predetermined effect when the suggested effect is executed (for example, when the big hit during the suggested effect is executed, the execution of the feature effect is restricted. See FIG. 8-25 (D)) It is described that it may be further provided with the above-mentioned configuration. According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent a decrease in interest.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 8 of the second invention,
The setting suggestion execution means can execute the setting suggestion at different rates according to the set value being set (see, eg, FIGS. 8-25 (A), (B), etc.)
A predetermined notification means capable of executing a predetermined notification according to an aspect in which the setting suggestion becomes difficult to recognize when the setting suggestion is executed in parallel (for example, the big hit suggestion effect is recognized when executed in parallel with the big hit suggestion effect) It is described that it may be possible to further provide a character feature effect, a light guide plate effect, an error display, etc. which becomes difficult, and according to such a configuration, a decrease in interest can be prevented.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 9 of the second invention,
A predetermined control period (for example, a fanfare period, an interval period, or the like during a big hit game) in the advantageous state differs depending on the set value set (for example, see FIG. 8-5).
It is described that it may be done, and according to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the irritability from becoming too high.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 10 of the second invention,
The predetermined control period (for example, fluctuation time) regarding variable display differs depending on the set value set (for example, see FIG. 8-7)
It is described that it may be done, and according to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the irritability from becoming too high.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 11 of the second invention,
And an opening / closing member that can be opened and closed, and a restriction member (for example, a security cover 112IW500A / security cover 112IW500B / security cover 112IW500C) capable of restricting the operation on the operation unit,
When the open / close member is closed, the restricting member maintains the restricted state in which the operation on the operation unit is restricted. When the open / close member is open, the restricted state can be released (for example, the frame 112IW003 for game machine is closed) In the state in which the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is opened while the security cover 112IW500A maintains the restricted state in which the operation on the operation unit including the setting key 112IW051 and the setting changeover switch 112IW052 is restricted. Is released from the restricted state by the security cover 112IW 500A, and becomes an allowable state in which the operation of the setting key 112IW051 and the setting changeover switch 112IW052 is permitted as shown in Fig. 8-2, 8-3 and 8-28 to 8-8. 31)
It is described that it may be done, and according to such a configuration, security is improved.

In addition, a third invention shown below is also included in the present characterizing portion 112IW. That is, in the related art, a pachinko configured to be able to set any of the setting values among a plurality of setting values based on the setting operation and configured to be able to execute the control of the advantageous state based on the setting values being set. As a gaming machine, for example, there is one described in JP-A-2010-200902. In JP 2010-200902 A, a change stop command (a set value specification command) corresponding to a set value before and after change is transmitted from the main control board to the effect control board, and before and after change obtained by the change stop command It is described that display by three types of effect patterns corresponding to three types of characters of giraffe, elephant, and lion is performed based on the value. However, in the gaming machine described in Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2010-200902, there is a possibility that an erroneous suggestion effect will be executed when the setting value information (setting value specification command) is not normal. In the gaming machine configured to be able to execute control of the advantageous state based on the set value being set, there is a possibility that the interest for the game may be reduced. Therefore, as the gaming machine of the means 1 of the third aspect of the invention for solving the problem, when focusing on the problem,
A gaming machine that can be controlled to an advantageous state (eg, a big hit gaming state) advantageous to the player,
Setting means (for example, steps in the game control microcomputer 100) which can be set to any setting value among a plurality of setting values (for example, setting value "1" to setting value "3") based on setting operation 112 IWS 029),
Game control means capable of executing control of the advantageous state on the basis of the set value set (for example, a portion for executing steps S114 to 117 in the game control microcomputer 100);
Information output means capable of outputting setting value information (for example, setting value command) capable of specifying which setting value is set (for example, a portion that executes step 112IWS011 or S108 in the game control microcomputer 100) ,
Based on the set value information output from the information output means, suggestive effect execution means (for example, for effect control) that can execute suggested effects (for example, pre-game suggested effects, in-game suggested effects, big hit suggested effects) And a step of executing steps 112IWS409 to S415, S504 to S509, and S601 to S606 in the CPU 120,
The suggestion effect executing means is
The 1st indication effect (for example, the indication before the game with the 3rd effect aspect and the indication during the game with the 3rd effect aspect and the big hit indication with the 4th effect aspect) and the 2nd indication effect (for example, the game with the 1st appearance aspect) as the indication effect It is possible to execute pre-suggestion production, suggestion production during game, big hit suggestion production)),
When the set value information output from the information output unit is not normal, the second suggested effect can be executed as the suggested effect without executing the first suggested effect as the suggested effect (for example, The effect control CPU 120 executes the steps 112 IWS 414, S 509, and S 606 so that it does not execute the in-game indication effect in the third effect mode, the in-game indication effect, or the big hit indication effect in the fourth effect mode)
According to this feature, in the gaming machine configured to be able to execute the control of the advantageous state based on the set value set, it is possible to prevent a decrease in interest for the game. be able to.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 2 of the third invention,
The information output means can output the set value information at a plurality of timings (for example, the game control microcomputer 100 transmits the set value command at the time of power on and at the start of fluctuation by executing steps 112 IWS 011 and S 108 Do)
It is described that it may be possible, and according to such a configuration, even if the setting value information can not be input properly at a certain timing, the setting value information can be normally input at the next timing. It is possible to prevent the decline in

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 3 of the third invention,
Suggested effect execution means, as a suggested effect, the first suggested effect with a high degree of specification of the set value that has been set (for example, suggested play during the game according to the third effect mode or during the game suggested effect, big hit during the fourth effect mode It is possible to execute the suggested effect) and the second suggested effect (for example, the in-game suggested effect by the first effect mode, the in-game suggested effect, the big hit suggested effect) with a low degree of specification of the set value set. It is described that it may be carried out, According to such composition, a stage effect can be heightened.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 4 of the third invention,
Using a plurality of types of decision data (for example, a pre-game suggestion effect determination table, a game suggestion effect determination decision table, and a big hit suggestion effect determination table) for determining the execution mode of the suggestion effect, the execution mode of the suggestion effect is Indication effect determining means to determine (for example, the part which performs step 112 IWS410, S412, S414, S505, S507, S509, S602, S604, S606 in CPU120 for production control),
The suggestion effect determining means is
The execution mode of the suggestion effect is determined using the determination data corresponding to the setting value set among the plurality of types of determination data (for example, the CPU 120 for effect control is stored in the setting value storage area of the RAM 122 Step 112 IWS 410, S505, and S602 are executed based on the set value).
When the setting value information is not properly input, dedicated determination data (for example, a game indication suggestion determination table for presentation mode C, a suggestion indication determination table during game, a big hit indication suggestion determination table) is used. The execution mode of the suggestion effect is determined (for example, the effect control CPU 120 uses the pre-game suggestion effect determination table for effect mode C, the in-game suggestion effect determination table, and the big hit suggestion effect determination table, step 112 IWS 414 , S509, S606)
It is described that it may be made to carry out, According to such composition, a fall of interest to a game can be prevented.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 5 of the third invention,
The suggestion effect execution means at least indicates a suggestion effect (for example, a pre-game indication effect or the like by a different ratio according to the set value being set in a period from when the setting value is changed to when the first variable display is performed). It is described that it may be possible to execute the initial appearance effect etc.). According to such a configuration, the state of the gaming machine before the start of the game is given an interest, and the game is started from the early time slot Can be motivated to enhance the fun of the game.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 6 of the third invention,
The suggestion effect execution means is set at least during the game until a predetermined period (for example, a special period (from the setting change until the variable display is executed 30 times)) after the setting value is changed. Suggested effects can be executed at different rates according to the set value being used (see, for example, FIGS. 8-6 (A) and (B) and FIGS. 8-23 (A) and (B)).
It is described that it may be so. According to such a configuration, it is possible to give motivation to play a game in a predetermined period, and to enhance the game interest.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 7 of the third invention,
The suggested rendering execution means can execute the suggested rendering at different rates according to the set value being set (see, for example, FIGS. 8-23 (A), (B), etc.),
It is described that notification means (for example, a portion where the effect control CPU 120 executes step S112IWS 416) may be further provided to notify of information on the executed suggested effect, according to such a configuration. The suggestion effect executed in the past can be confirmed, and the game interest can be enhanced.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 8 of the third invention,
The suggested rendering execution means can execute the suggested rendering at different rates according to the set value being set (see, for example, FIGS. 8-25 (A), (B), etc.),
A predetermined effect (for example, a feature effect or the like in which the big hit suggestion effect is hard to be recognized when executed in parallel with the big hit suggestion effect). Predetermined effect execution means capable of executing light guide effect, error display, etc.);
Limiting means for limiting the execution of the predetermined effect when the suggested effect is executed (for example, when the big hit during the suggested effect is executed, the execution of the feature effect is restricted. See FIG. 8-25 (D)) It is described that it may be further provided with the above-mentioned configuration. According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent a decrease in interest.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 9 of the third invention,
The setting suggestion execution means can execute the setting suggestion at different rates according to the set value being set (see, eg, FIGS. 8-25 (A), (B), etc.)
A predetermined notification means capable of executing a predetermined notification according to an aspect in which the setting suggestion becomes difficult to recognize when the setting suggestion is executed in parallel (for example, the big hit suggestion effect is recognized when executed in parallel with the big hit suggestion effect) It is described that it may be possible to further provide a character feature effect, a light guide plate effect, an error display, etc. which becomes difficult, and according to such a configuration, a decrease in interest can be prevented.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 10 of the third invention,
A predetermined control period (for example, a fanfare period, an interval period, or the like during a big hit game) in the advantageous state differs depending on the set value set (for example, see FIG. 8-5).
It is described that it may be done, and according to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the irritability from becoming too high.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 11 of the third invention,
The predetermined control period (for example, fluctuation time) regarding variable display differs depending on the set value set (for example, see FIG. 8-7)
It is described that it may be done, and according to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the irritability from becoming too high.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 12 of the third invention,
And an opening / closing member that can be opened and closed, and a restriction member (for example, a security cover 112IW500A / security cover 112IW500B / security cover 112IW500C) capable of restricting the operation on the operation unit,
When the open / close member is closed, the restricting member maintains the restricted state in which the operation on the operation unit is restricted. When the open / close member is open, the restricted state can be released (for example, the frame 112IW003 for game machine is closed) In the state in which the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is opened while the security cover 112IW500A maintains the restricted state in which the operation on the operation unit including the setting key 112IW051 and the setting changeover switch 112IW052 is restricted. Is released from the restricted state by the security cover 112IW 500A, and becomes an allowable state in which the operation of the setting key 112IW051 and the setting changeover switch 112IW052 is permitted as shown in Fig. 8-2, 8-3 and 8-28 to 8-8. 31)
It is described that it may be done, and according to such a configuration, security is improved.

  In addition, in this characteristic part 112IW, it is comprised so that it can change to three types of presentation mode AC, and when it is controlled by the presentation mode A, when setting value information is not input normally, In the case where the suggestion effect can be executed as being set to a predetermined setting value with a low degree of advantage for the player (configuration of the first invention described above) and the effect mode B is controlled, the setting value If the information is not properly input, the configuration of the suggestion effect is limited (the configuration of the second invention described above), and if the effect mode C is controlled, the setting value information is normally input. If not, the first suggestion effect is not executed as the suggestion effect, and the second suggestion effect is configured to be executable as the suggestion effect (configuration of the third invention described above). It is not limited. For example, the control method according to any of the first to third inventions may be switched according to the gaming state to execute the suggestion effect. In this case, for example, if the game state is the normal state, and if the set value information is not input normally, it is possible to execute the suggested effect assuming that the player is set to a predetermined set value with low degree of advantage. If the configuration (the configuration of the first invention described above) and the gaming state is the time saving state, the configuration of the second embodiment is configured to limit the execution of the suggested effect when the setting value information is not properly input. If the game state is a definite variation state, and if the set value information is not properly input, the first suggestion effect is not executed as a suggestion effect, and the second suggestion effect can be executed as a suggestion effect ( The configuration of the third aspect of the invention described above) may be used.

  Further, it is not necessary to configure the suggestion effects to be executable by all the control methods of the first to third inventions described above, and it is possible to configure the suggestion effects by using only one of the control methods. It is also good.

  Further, in the present characteristic portion 112IW, when the set value command itself can not be received due to a failure such as a drop or data corruption, the execution of the suggested effect is controlled by the control method of the first to third inventions described above (Suggested Although the case where the effect is limited is shown, it is not limited to such an aspect. For example, although the set value command is received, the suggested effect may be limited when the received set value command is inconsistent. In this case, for example, every time the setting value command is received, the setting value indicated by the setting value command received by the effect control means is stored, and then, when a new setting value command is received, a new setting value command is received. If the setting value indicated by the received setting value command does not match the previously stored setting value, it is determined that a mismatch has occurred, and execution of the suggested effect is performed by the control method according to the first to third inventions. It may be controlled (restricting the suggested effect).

  Moreover, how to make the game different in each setting value "1"-"3" is not restricted to what was shown by this example. For example, in the case of odd numbered set values such as set value “1” and “3”, there are cases where it is easy to generate a continuous break (a big hit occurs continuously in a definite change state etc.) and a continuous break occurs. When the setting value is “2” or the even number setting value, the setting value is set so that the probability of occurrence of the connection is relatively constant and does not change. It may be configured to be able to execute a suggestive effect that suggests that it is an odd number. And, in this case, when the set value command can not be received normally, the control method according to the first to third inventions controls the execution of the suggested effect that suggests that the set value is an odd number. It may be configured to limit (reduce the suggestion effect).

In addition, the present characterizing portion 112IW also includes a fourth invention described below. That is, conventionally, as a pachinko gaming machine with a setting function, for example, there is one described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2010-200902. However, in the gaming machine described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2010-200902, the suggestion of the setting value is performed only during the variable display, and there is a problem that the interest can not be sufficiently enhanced. Therefore, as the gaming machine of the means 1 of the fourth aspect of the invention for solving the problem, when focusing on the problem,
A gaming machine (for example, pachinko gaming machine 1) capable of performing variable display and controlling it to an advantageous state (for example, a big hit gaming state etc.) advantageous to the player,
Setting means (eg, a portion where the CPU 103 executes setting change processing, etc.) that can be set to any one of a plurality of setting values (for example, setting values 1 to 3);
Game control means (for example, a portion where the CPU 103 executes the process control process shown in FIG. 5, etc.) capable of executing control of the advantageous state based on the set value set,
A suggestion effect execution means capable of executing a suggestion effect (for example, a setting suggestion effect) suggesting a set value being set;
The suggestion effect execution means at least indicates a suggestion effect (for example, a pre-game indication effect) according to a different ratio according to the set value set in a period from when the set value is changed to when the first variable display is performed. And an initial appearance effect etc. are described. According to this feature, the state of the gaming machine before the start of Can be motivated to enhance the fun of the game.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 2 of the fourth invention,
A gaming machine capable of executing variable display of identification information for effect (for example, effect pattern),
The suggestion effect execution means indicates a suggestion effect (for example, in which identification information for effect different according to the set value is displayed in a period from when the set value is changed to when the first variable display is performed. It is described that it may be possible to execute the display of the odd initial appearance number), and with such a configuration, it is possible to enhance the game interest.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 3 of the fourth invention,
The suggested rendering execution means can execute the suggested rendering according to the set value set when the power supply to the gaming machine is restored after the power supply to the gaming machine is stopped (for example, FIG. 8). As shown in −21 (A) and (B), a pre-game suggestion effect determination table with different determination values is used)
It is described that it may be made to carry out, According to such composition, game interest can be raised.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 4 of the fourth invention,
The suggestion effect execution means is capable of executing a specific indication effect (for example, an indication effect during a game, an indication effect during a big hit, etc.) that suggests a set value that has been set after variable display is started,
It is described that the specific suggestion effect may have a higher reliability for the set value suggested than the suggestion effect. According to such a configuration, it is possible to enhance the fun of the game.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 5 of the fourth invention,
A gaming machine capable of playing a game using gaming media (for example, gaming balls),
Based on the game medium entering a predetermined area (for example, general winning opening 50A ~ general winning opening 50D, first starting winning opening, second starting winning opening, first big winning opening, second big winning opening 712) Game value giving means for giving a game value (for example, a portion where the CPU 103 executes the winning ball process of S12);
And information display means (for example, display monitor 112IW029) capable of displaying information on the game value given by the game value giving means.
The information display means can display the set value that has been set (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-9, a portion capable of displaying a ratio, a winning ratio, and a base on the display monitor 112IW029)
It is described that it may be done, and according to such a configuration, an increase in manufacturing cost can be suppressed.

Further, the present characterizing portion 112IW also includes a fifth invention shown below. That is, conventionally, as a pachinko gaming machine with a setting function, for example, there is one described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2010-200902. However, in the gaming machine described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2010-200902, there is a problem that the motive to play a game can not be effectively given, and the interest can not be sufficiently enhanced. Therefore, as the gaming machine of the means 1 of the fifth aspect of the invention for solving the problem, when focusing on the problem,
A gaming machine (e.g., pachinko gaming machine 1) that can be controlled to an advantageous state (e.g., a big hit gaming state, etc.) advantageous to the player,
Setting means (eg, a portion where the CPU 103 executes setting change processing, etc.) that can be set to any one of a plurality of setting values (for example, setting values 1 to 3);
Game control means (for example, a portion where the CPU 103 executes the process control process shown in FIG. 5, etc.) capable of executing control of the advantageous state based on the set value set,
A suggestion effect execution means capable of executing a suggestion effect (for example, a setting suggestion effect) suggesting a set value being set;
The suggestion effect execution means sets at least during a game until a predetermined period (for example, a special period (after the setting change until the variable display is executed 30 times)) after the setting value is changed Suggested effects can be performed at different rates according to the set value being used (see, for example, FIGS. 8-6 (A) and (B) and FIGS. 8-23 (A) and (B))
According to this feature, it is possible to give motivation to play a game in a predetermined period, and to enhance the fun of playing a game.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 2 of the fifth invention,
A gaming machine capable of performing variable display and controlling in an advantageous state for the player,
Variable display pattern determination means for determining a variable display pattern;
And a variable display execution unit that executes variable display based on the variable display pattern determined by the variable display pattern determination unit,
The variable display pattern determination means determines one of a plurality of variable display patterns at different rates depending on when the setting value is changed and when it is not changed (for example, as shown in FIG. B) see),
It is described that the variable display execution means may execute variable display using a common background image when the set value is changed and when it is not changed. According to such a configuration, it is possible to enhance the game interest.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 3 of the fifth invention,
Variable display pattern determination means for determining a variable display pattern;
And a variable display execution unit that executes variable display based on the variable display pattern determined by the variable display pattern determination unit,
The variable display pattern determination means determines one of a plurality of variable display patterns according to different proportions when the set value is set to the first set value and set to the second set value by the setting means. (See, for example, FIGS. 8-6 (A), (B), etc.),
The variable display execution means can execute variable display using a common background image when the setting value is set to the first setting value and when the setting value is set to the second setting value. It is described that it may be possible to enhance the fun of the game according to such a configuration.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 4 of the fifth invention,
The suggestion effect execution means is that a predetermined condition is satisfied within a predetermined period (for example, becoming a big hit in a specific period, that the number of times of execution of reach effect or pseudo-series effect has reached a predetermined number, specific super reach effect In addition, it is possible to execute the suggestion effect (for example, when the big hit occurs within a specific period, it is possible to perform the big hit suggestion effect) based on the fact that the advance effect is executed, etc. Fig. 8-25 ( See A) and (B))
It is described that it may be made to carry out, According to such composition, game interest can be raised.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 5 of the fifth invention,
A gaming machine capable of playing a game using gaming media (for example, gaming balls),
Based on the game medium entering a predetermined area (for example, general winning opening 50A ~ general winning opening 50D, first starting winning opening, second starting winning opening, first big winning opening, second big winning opening 712) Game value giving means for giving a game value (for example, a portion where the CPU 103 executes the winning ball process of S12);
And information display means (for example, display monitor 112IW029) capable of displaying information on the game value given by the game value giving means.
The information display means can display the set value that has been set (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-9, a portion capable of displaying a ratio, a winning ratio, and a base on the display monitor 112IW029)
It is described that it may be done, and according to such a configuration, an increase in manufacturing cost can be suppressed.

Further, a sixth invention shown below is also included in the present characterizing portion 112IW. That is, conventionally, as a pachinko gaming machine with a setting function, for example, there is one described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2010-200902. However, in the gaming machine described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2010-200902, there is a problem that it is not possible to confirm the suggested effects executed in the past, and the interest can not be sufficiently enhanced. Therefore, as the gaming machine of the means 1 of the sixth aspect of the invention for solving the problem, when focusing on the problem,
A gaming machine (e.g., pachinko gaming machine 1) that can be controlled to an advantageous state (e.g., a big hit gaming state, etc.) advantageous to the player,
Setting means (eg, a portion where the CPU 103 executes setting change processing, etc.) that can be set to any one of a plurality of setting values (for example, setting values 1 to 3);
Game control means (for example, a portion where the CPU 103 executes the process control process shown in FIG. 5, etc.) capable of executing control of the advantageous state based on the set value set,
A suggestion effect execution means capable of executing a suggestion effect (for example, a setting suggestion effect) suggesting a set value being set;
The suggestive effect executing means can execute the suggestive effect at different rates according to the set value set (see, eg, FIGS. 8-23 (A), (B), etc.)
According to this feature, the gaming machine is further provided with notifying means (for example, a portion where the effect control CPU 120 executes step S112IWS 416) capable of notifying information on the executed suggested effect. The suggestion effect executed in the past can be confirmed, and the game interest can be enhanced.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 2 of the sixth invention,
The notification means can notify the number of times the suggested effect has been executed (for example, a portion where the effect control CPU 120 executes step S112IWS 416)
It is described that it may be made to carry out, According to such composition, game interest can be raised.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 3 of the sixth invention,
The notification means can notify the content of the executed suggested effect (for example, a portion where the CPU 120 for effect control executes step S112IWS 416)
It is described that it may be made to carry out, According to such composition, game interest can be raised.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 4 of the sixth invention,
The notification means can notify information related to the suggested effect performed while waiting for a customer whose variable display is not executed (for example, a part where the CPU 120 for effect control executes step S112 IWS 416)
It is described that it may be made to carry out, According to such composition, game interest can be raised.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 5 of the sixth invention,
An information generation unit configured to generate information (for example, execution history information) related to the suggested rendering performed;
An image generation unit configured to generate a specific image (for example, a two-dimensional code including execution history information) from which the information can be read by an imaging device;
It is described that a display means (for example, the image display device 5) for displaying the specific image in a mode in which the specific image can be picked up by the image pickup device may be provided. Can be enhanced.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 6 of the sixth invention,
A gaming machine capable of playing a game using gaming media (for example, gaming balls),
Based on the game medium entering a predetermined area (for example, general winning opening 50A ~ general winning opening 50D, first starting winning opening, second starting winning opening, first big winning opening, second big winning opening 712) Game value giving means for giving a game value (for example, a portion where the CPU 103 executes the winning ball process of S12);
And information display means (for example, display monitor 112IW029) capable of displaying information on the game value given by the game value giving means.
The information display means can display the set value that has been set (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-9, a portion capable of displaying a ratio, a winning ratio, and a base on the display monitor 112IW029)
It is described that it may be done, and according to such a configuration, an increase in manufacturing cost can be suppressed.

In addition, a seventh invention shown below is also included in this characterizing portion 112IW. That is, conventionally, as a pachinko gaming machine with a setting function, for example, there is one described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2010-200902. However, in the gaming machine described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2010-200902, there is a problem that if the setting suggestion effect is hard to be recognized due to other effects, there is a possibility that the interest may be reduced. Therefore, as the gaming machine of the means 1 of the seventh invention for solving the problem when focusing on the problem,
A gaming machine (e.g., pachinko gaming machine 1) that can be controlled to an advantageous state (e.g., a big hit gaming state, etc.) advantageous to the player,
Setting means (eg, a portion where the CPU 103 executes setting change processing, etc.) that can be set to any one of a plurality of setting values (for example, setting values 1 to 3);
Game control means (for example, a portion where the CPU 103 executes the process control process shown in FIG. 5, etc.) capable of executing control of the advantageous state based on the set value set,
A suggestion effect execution means capable of executing a suggestion effect (for example, a setting suggestion effect) suggesting a set value being set;
The suggestion effect executing means can execute the suggestion effect at different rates according to the set value being set (see, for example, FIGS. 8-25 (A), (B), etc.)
A predetermined effect (for example, a feature effect or the like in which the big hit suggestion effect is hard to be recognized when executed in parallel with the big hit suggestion effect). Predetermined effect execution means capable of executing light guide effect, error display, etc.);
When the suggestion effect is executed, it further comprises a restriction means for restricting the execution of the predetermined effect (for example, when the jackpot suggestion effect is executed, the execution of the feature effect is restricted. Fig. 8-25 (Refer to (D))
A gaming machine having the feature described therein is described, and according to this feature, it is possible to prevent a decrease in interest.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 2 of the seventh invention,
The limiting means changes the execution timing of at least one of the suggested effect and the predetermined effect when the execution timings of the suggested effect and the predetermined effect overlap (for example, one of them is performed during the fanfare period and the other is the ending) Change to run in period)
It is described that it may be made to carry out, According to such composition, a fall of interest can be prevented.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 3 of the seventh invention,
The restriction means prohibits the execution of the predetermined effect when the suggestion effect is executed (for example, when the big hit suggestion effect is executed, the execution of the feature effect is prohibited. See FIG. 8-25 (D). )
It is described that it may be made to carry out, According to such composition, a fall of interest can be prevented.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 4 of the seventh invention,
When the suggestion effect is executed, the limiting means executes the predetermined effect according to the effect mode in which the suggestion effect is not easily recognized (for example, the movable member 112IW 101 is operated in the operation mode different from the normal mode Control not to stop at the position where it overlaps with the speech image by the effect))
It is described that it may be made to carry out, According to such composition, a fall of interest can be prevented.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 5 of the seventh invention,
The suggested effect and the predetermined effect (for example, a fanfare effect for displaying a predetermined image on the image display device 5) include display on one display means (for example, the image display device 5),
It is described that the one display means may display the display relating to the suggestive effect prior to the display relating to the predetermined effect. According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the deterioration of interest. Can.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 6 of the seventh invention,
A gaming machine capable of playing a game using gaming media (for example, gaming balls),
Based on the game medium entering a predetermined area (for example, general winning opening 50A ~ general winning opening 50D, first starting winning opening, second starting winning opening, first big winning opening, second big winning opening 712) Game value giving means for giving a game value (for example, a portion where the CPU 103 executes the winning ball process of S12);
And information display means (for example, display monitor 112IW029) capable of displaying information on the game value given by the game value giving means.
The information display means can display the set value that has been set (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-9, a portion capable of displaying a ratio, a winning ratio, and a base on the display monitor 112IW029)
It is described that it may be done, and according to such a configuration, an increase in manufacturing cost can be suppressed.

Further, an eighth invention shown below is also included in the present characterizing portion 112IW. That is, conventionally, as a pachinko gaming machine with a setting function, for example, there is one described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2010-200902. However, in the gaming machine described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2010-200902, there is a problem that there is a possibility that the interest is reduced by the execution of setting suggestion effects which are not preferable to the player. Therefore, when focusing on the problem, as a gaming machine of the means 1 of the eighth invention for solving the problem,
A gaming machine (e.g., pachinko gaming machine 1) that can be controlled to an advantageous state (e.g., a big hit gaming state, etc.) advantageous to the player,
Setting means (eg, a portion where the CPU 103 executes setting change processing, etc.) that can be set to any one of a plurality of setting values (for example, setting values 1 to 3);
Game control means (for example, a portion where the CPU 103 executes the process control process shown in FIG. 5, etc.) capable of executing control of the advantageous state based on the set value set,
A setting suggestion execution unit capable of executing a setting suggestion (for example, setting suggestion effect) that suggests a set value being set;
The setting suggestion executing means can execute setting suggestion at a rate that varies according to the set value being set (see, for example, FIGS. 8-25 (A), (B), etc.)
A predetermined notification means capable of executing a predetermined notification according to an aspect in which the setting suggestion becomes difficult to recognize when the setting suggestion is executed in parallel (for example, the big hit suggestion effect is recognized when executed in parallel with the big hit suggestion effect) The gaming machine has been described which is further provided with a character feature effect, a light guide plate effect, an error indication, etc., which become difficult, and according to this feature, it is possible to prevent a decrease in interest.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 2 of the eighth invention,
It is described that the predetermined notification means may be capable of executing predetermined notification (for example, feature effect) for operating the movable member (for example, the movable member 112IW101), according to such a configuration. , Can enhance the rendering effect.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 3 of the eighth invention,
A light guide plate (eg, a light guide plate 112IW103) having translucency capable of transmitting light;
A light emitter provided so as to be capable of receiving light from the end face of the light guide plate;
The light guide plate is provided with a reflecting portion that reflects light incident from the end face of the light guide plate to the inside of the light guide plate by the light emitter and emits the light to the front of the gaming machine.
The predetermined informing means is capable of executing predetermined informing (for example, light guide plate effect) for emitting light from the reflection portion provided on the light guide plate to the front surface of the gaming machine by causing the light emitter to emit light. It is described that it is also good, and according to such composition, a stage effect can be heightened.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 4 of the eighth invention,
It is described that the predetermined notification means may be capable of executing predetermined notification for displaying an error. According to such a configuration, an error can be appropriately notified.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 5 of the eighth invention,
The setting suggestion execution means is a first setting suggestion that suggests that the setting is set to the first set value (for example, a jackpot suggestion effect in the first effect mode. See FIGS. 8-25 (A) and (B)) The second setting suggestion that suggests that the second setting value is higher for the player than the first setting value (for example, the jackpot suggestion effect of the third effect aspect. Fig. 8-25 ( A) and (B)) can be performed,
The predetermined notification means can execute the predetermined notification at a higher rate when the first setting indication is performed than when the second setting indication is performed (see, for example, FIG. 8-25 (E)).
It is described that it may be made to carry out, According to such composition, a fall of interest can be prevented.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 6 of the eighth invention,
Setting suggestion setting means capable of setting an execution ratio of setting suggestion (for example, setting screen is displayed after power on, operation means such as operation means such as push button 31B, switches provided inside the gaming machine (management Can be operated by the person in charge) to change the settings related to the setting indication effect)
It is described that it may be made to carry out, According to such composition, a fall of interest can be prevented.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 7 of the eighth invention,
A gaming machine that performs variable display of identification information,
A variable display device capable of variably displaying identification information by rotating a variable display member (for example, a drum-like or belt-like movable body) on which the identification information is disposed;
The variable display device performs a specific operation in variable display of the first identification information after the setting value is changed,
It is described that the predetermined notification means may execute the predetermined notification at a high rate in the variable display of the first identification information after the setting value is changed. According to such a configuration, It is possible to prevent the decline in interest.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 8 of the eighth invention,
A gaming machine capable of playing a game using gaming media (for example, gaming balls),
Based on the game medium entering a predetermined area (for example, general winning opening 50A ~ general winning opening 50D, first starting winning opening, second starting winning opening, first big winning opening, second big winning opening 712) Game value giving means for giving a game value (for example, a portion where the CPU 103 executes the winning ball process of S12);
And information display means (for example, display monitor 112IW029) capable of displaying information on the game value given by the game value giving means.
The information display means can display the set value that has been set (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-9, a portion capable of displaying a ratio, a winning ratio, and a base on the display monitor 112IW029)
It is described that it may be done, and according to such a configuration, an increase in manufacturing cost can be suppressed.

In addition, a ninth invention shown below is also included in this characterizing portion 112IW. That is, conventionally, as a pachinko gaming machine with a setting function, for example, there is one described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2010-200902. However, in the gaming machine described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2010-200902, there is a problem that the gambling property may become too high when the setting of the degree of advantage is high. Therefore, as the gaming machine of the means 1 of the ninth aspect of the invention for solving the problem, when focusing on the problem,
A gaming machine (e.g., pachinko gaming machine 1) that can be controlled to an advantageous state (e.g., a big hit gaming state, etc.) advantageous to the player,
Setting means (eg, a portion where the CPU 103 executes setting change processing, etc.) that can be set to any one of a plurality of setting values (for example, setting values 1 to 3);
Game control means capable of executing control of the advantageous state based on the set value set (for example, a portion where the CPU 103 executes the process control process shown in FIG. 5);
The predetermined control period (for example, a fanfare period or interval period during a big hit game, an ending period, etc.) in the advantageous state differs depending on the set value set (for example, see FIG. 8-5).
A gaming machine having the feature described therein is described, and according to this feature, it is possible to prevent the irritability from becoming too high.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 2 of the ninth invention,
The fanfare control period in the advantageous state differs depending on the set value being set (see, for example, FIG. 8-5 (B)).
It is described that it may be done, and according to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the irritability from becoming too high.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 3 of the ninth invention,
The interval control period in the advantageous state differs depending on the set value set (see, for example, FIG. 8-5 (B)).
It is described that it may be done, and according to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the irritability from becoming too high.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 4 of the ninth invention,
The ending control period in the advantageous state differs depending on the set value being set (see, for example, FIG. 8-5 (B)).
It is described that it may be done, and according to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the irritability from becoming too high.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 5 of the ninth invention,
A gaming machine capable of playing a game using a gaming value,
Game value giving means for giving a game value based on the establishment of the specific condition;
In the setting means, the first set value (for example, the set value 3) and the size of the game value provided by the game value giving means more than the first set value corresponds to the size of the game value used for the game. It can be set to a second set value (for example, set value 1) where the proportion occupied increases,
The predetermined control period in the advantageous state is longer when the second set value is set than when the first set value is set (for example, FIGS. 8-5A and 8B). reference)
It is described that it may be done, and according to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the irritability from becoming too high.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 6 of the ninth invention,
It is described that it may be possible to provide a suggestion effect execution means capable of executing a suggestion effect (for example, a big hit suggestion effect) in a predetermined control period in an advantageous state, which is indicative of a set value being set. According to such a configuration, the interest of the predetermined control period in the advantageous state can be enhanced.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 7 of the ninth invention,
Equipped with presentation execution means capable of executing presentation,
The effect executing means is capable of executing common effects (for example, common fanfare effect, interval effect, ending effect, etc.) regardless of the set value set in a predetermined control period in an advantageous state. It is described that it may be described that, according to such a configuration, the interest of the predetermined control period in the advantageous state can be enhanced.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 8 of the ninth invention,
It is described that the predetermined control period in the advantageous state may be determined in advance in accordance with the set value that has been set, and with such a configuration, the irritability becomes too high. Can be prevented.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 9 of the ninth invention,
A gaming machine that can be controlled to a plurality of advantageous states,
The game control means can be controlled to any one of a plurality of types of advantageous states (for example, jackpot types A to C) at different rates based on the set value set,
The predetermined control period in the advantageous state differs depending on the type of the advantageous state (see, for example, FIG. 8-5 (B)).
It is described that it may be done, and according to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the irritability from becoming too high.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 10 of the ninth invention,
A gaming machine capable of playing a game using gaming media (for example, gaming balls),
Based on the game medium entering a predetermined area (for example, general winning opening 50A ~ general winning opening 50D, first starting winning opening, second starting winning opening, first big winning opening, second big winning opening 712) Game value giving means for giving a game value (for example, a portion where the CPU 103 executes the winning ball process of S12);
And information display means (for example, display monitor 112IW029) capable of displaying information on the game value given by the game value giving means.
The information display means can display the set value that has been set (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-9, a portion capable of displaying a ratio, a winning ratio, and a base on the display monitor 112IW029)
It is described that it may be done, and according to such a configuration, an increase in manufacturing cost can be suppressed.

In addition, the present characterizing portion 112IW also includes a tenth invention shown below. That is, conventionally, as a pachinko gaming machine with a setting function, for example, there is one described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2010-200902. However, in the gaming machine described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2010-200902, there is a problem that the gambling property may become too high when the setting of the degree of advantage is high. Therefore, as the gaming machine of the means 1 of the tenth invention of solving the problem, when focusing on the problem,
A gaming machine (e.g., pachinko gaming machine 1) that can be controlled to an advantageous state (e.g., a big hit gaming state, etc.) advantageous to the player,
Setting means (eg, a portion where the CPU 103 executes setting change processing, etc.) that can be set to any one of a plurality of setting values (for example, setting values 1 to 3);
Game control means capable of executing control of the advantageous state based on the set value set (for example, a portion where the CPU 103 executes the process control process shown in FIG. 5);
The predetermined control period (for example, fluctuation time) regarding variable display differs depending on the set value set (for example, see FIG. 8-7)
A gaming machine having the feature described therein is described, and according to this feature, it is possible to prevent the irritability from becoming too high.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 2 of the tenth invention,
The variable display period differs depending on the set value being set (for example, see FIG. 8-7)
It is described that it may be done, and according to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the irritability from becoming too high.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 3 of the tenth invention,
It is described that the period in which the display result of the variable display is displayed may be changed according to the set value set, and with such a configuration, the irritability becomes too high. Can be prevented.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 4 of the tenth invention,
A gaming machine capable of playing a game using a gaming value,
Game value giving means for giving a game value based on the establishment of the specific condition;
In the setting means, the first set value (for example, the set value 3) and the size of the game value provided by the game value giving means more than the first set value corresponds to the size of the game value used for the game. It can be set to a second set value (for example, set value 1) where the proportion occupied increases,
The predetermined control period for the variable display is longer when the second set value is set than when the first set value is set (for example, see FIG. 8-7).
It is described that it may be done, and according to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the irritability from becoming too high.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 5 of the tenth invention,
It is described that the predetermined control period for the variable display may be determined in advance according to the set value that has been set, and with such a configuration, the irritability becomes too high. Can be prevented.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 6 of the tenth invention,
Variable display pattern determination means for determining a variable display pattern;
And a variable display execution unit that executes variable display based on the variable display pattern determined by the variable display pattern determination unit,
The variable display pattern determination means determines any one of a plurality of variable display patterns having different variable display periods according to different proportions according to the set value set (for example, see FIG. 8-7).
It is described that it may be done, and according to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the irritability from becoming too high.

Furthermore, as a game machine of means 7 of the tenth invention,
A gaming machine capable of playing a game using gaming media (for example, gaming balls),
Based on the game medium entering a predetermined area (for example, general winning opening 50A ~ general winning opening 50D, first starting winning opening, second starting winning opening, first big winning opening, second big winning opening 712) Game value giving means for giving a game value (for example, a portion where the CPU 103 executes the winning ball process of S12);
And information display means (for example, display monitor 112IW029) capable of displaying information on the game value given by the game value giving means.
The information display means can display the set value that has been set (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-9, a portion capable of displaying a ratio, a winning ratio, and a base on the display monitor 112IW029)
It is described that it may be done, and according to such a configuration, an increase in manufacturing cost can be suppressed.

(Description of feature part 125IW)
Next, the feature part 125IW will be described. In the present feature portion 125IW, when the variable symbol display of the decorative symbol is executed and the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is determined and displayed, the display screen of the image display device 5 is divided and displayed in a plurality of divided regions and one of the divided regions is displayed. The stop symbol of the decorative symbol is configured to be displayed. FIG. 9A is an explanatory diagram of a specific example in which the display screen of the image display device 5 is divided and displayed. As shown in FIG. 9-1, in the present feature portion 125IW, when the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is determined and displayed, the display screen of the image display device 5 is divided and displayed in a total of nine 3 × 3 divided areas. .

  In addition, in the feature portion 125IW, the number of rounds in the big hit game is different according to the big hit type (in this example, there are 15 round big hits, 7 round big hits, and 2 round big hits) The expectation for the number of rounds in the big hit game is configured to be different depending on which divided area in the display screen of the image display device 5 the stop symbol (big hit symbol) of the decorative symbol is finalized and displayed. In the feature portion 125IW, as shown in FIG. 9A, when the big hit symbol is displayed on one of the three divided areas 125IW501-1 to 125IW503-1 in the right row, the number of rounds in the big hit game is The degree of expectation is configured to be the highest (in this example, the ratio of winning to 15 rounds is high). In addition, when the big hit design is fixedly displayed in one of the three divided areas 125IW501-2 to 125IW503-2 in the middle row, the expectation for the number of rounds in the big hit game is medium (in this example, 7 round big hit) Ratio is high). In addition, when the big hit design is displayed on one of the three divided areas 125IW501-3 to 125IW503-3 in the left row, the expectation for the number of rounds in the big hit game is the lowest (in this example, 2 round big hit Ratio is high) is configured.

  In addition, in the present characteristic portion 125IW, the number of times after the big hit game is different according to the type of big hit (in this example, there are 100 times short, 50 times short, and 20 times short). ), Depending on which division area in the display screen of the image display device 5 the stop symbol (big hit symbol) of the decorative symbol is finalized and displayed, the degree of expectation for the number of times after the big hit game is different There is. In the present feature portion 125IW, as shown in FIG. 9A, when the big hit symbol is displayed on one of the upper three divided areas 125IW 501-1 to 125IW 501-3, the number of time reductions after the end of the big hit game is The degree of expectation is configured to be the highest (in the present example, the rate of 100 times being short is high). In addition, when the big hit symbol is displayed on one of the middle three divided areas 125IW502-1 to 125IW502-3, the expectation for the time reduction after the big hit game is medium (in this example, the time is 50 times) Ratio is high). Also, when the big hit symbol is displayed on any of the three divided areas 125 IW 503-1 to 125 I W 503-3 in the lower part, the expectation for the number of time savings after the big hit game is lowest (in this example, 20 times short) Ratio is high) is configured.

  Further, in the present characteristic portion 125IW, even when the stop symbol (big hit symbol) of the decorative symbol is displayed on the same divided area in the display area of the image display device 5, the big hit symbol is displayed on the entire divided area. There are cases in which the jackpot symbol is determined and displayed in a further partial end area within the divided area. FIG. 9-2 is an explanatory view showing a specific example of a mode in which the big hit symbol is displayed in a determined manner in the divided area. In FIG. 9B, as an example, a specific example of a mode in which a big hit symbol is displayed by final display in the middle row of the upper row among the nine divided regions in the display screen of the image display device 5 is displayed. . In addition, the aspect by which a big hit design is definitely displayed by the other division area among nine division areas is also the same.

  In FIG. 9-2 (A), the case where the big hit symbol (combination of the symbol of "666" in this example) is determined and displayed in the entire divided region 125IW 501-2 is shown. Further, in FIG. 9-2 (B), a big hit symbol (a combination of symbols “777” in this example) is displayed in a final manner in a part of the end region 125IW501-2a in the divided region 125IW501-2. The case is shown. Since the end region 125IW501-2a is a partial region within the divided region 125IW501-2, the entire divided region 125IW501-2 shown in FIG. 9-2A is shown in FIG. 9-2B. The display size is larger than the end area 125IW 501-2a in the divided area shown.

  In this example, the jackpot symbol may be determined and displayed in 125 IW 50 1-2 a as shown in FIG. 9B only when the jackpot is a probability variation jackpot. Therefore, in this example, when the big hit symbol is displayed in the end area in the divided area, the expectation for the probability variation big hit (the expectation for being controlled to the probability variation state after the big hit game termination (probability variation expectation)) ) Is high. On the other hand, in the present example, in the case of a big hit normally, a big hit symbol is configured to be determined and displayed in the entire divided area 125IW 501-2 as shown in FIG. 9-2 (A). Therefore, in the present example, when the big hit symbol is displayed in the entire divided area, the degree of expectation for the probability variation big hit (probably changed probability compared to the case where the big hit symbol is displayed in the end area in the divided area Degree) is low. In this example, even if it is a probability variation big hit, as shown to FIG. 9-2 (A), a big hit symbol may be finalized and displayed by the whole division area.

(Variation pattern determination table)
Next, the variation pattern determination table for the big hit in the present characteristic portion 125IW will be described. FIG. 9C is an explanatory diagram of a specific example of the jackpot variation pattern determination table. Among these, FIG. 9-3 (A) shows a specific example of a variation pattern determination table for big hit which is normally used in the case of a big hit. Moreover, FIG. 9-3 (B) has shown the specific example of the fluctuation pattern determination table for big hit used when it becomes a definite variation big hit.

  When it is determined that the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103) is a big hit in the variation pattern setting process (step S111) of the special symbol process shown in FIG. A lottery process based on random numbers is performed using the jackpot variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 3 to determine which variation pattern to use. When the CPU 103 determines that it is a loss, the CPU 103 performs a lottery process based on random numbers using a loss pattern determination table (not shown) to determine which variation pattern to use.

  As shown in FIG. 9-3, in the present example, in the case of a big hit, one of the fluctuation patterns of the fluctuation patterns 1 to 4 is determined. The variation pattern 1 is a variation pattern for executing normal reach during variation display of a decorative pattern. The fluctuation pattern 2 is a fluctuation pattern for executing the super reach A during the fluctuation display of the decorative pattern. Further, the variation pattern 3 is a variation pattern in which the super reach B is executed during the variation display of the decorative pattern. Further, the variation pattern 4 is a variation pattern in which the special reach is performed during the variation display of the decorative pattern.

  As shown in FIG. 9-3, in this example, the variation pattern 4 is determined only in the case of a probability variation big hit (special reach is executed), and during the variation display of the decorative symbol If special reach is executed, it is configured to determine a definite variation big hit. Therefore, in this example, the case where the special reach is executed while the decorative symbol is variably displayed is configured to have the highest probability variation expectation. Further, as shown in FIG. 9-3, in the present example, the variation pattern 3 is determined (super reach B is executed), and the probability change expectation degree is high next, and the variation pattern 2 is determined (super reach A The decision value is assigned such that the probability change expectation is higher next to the case where (1) is executed, and the probability change expectation is lower in the case where the fluctuation pattern 1 is determined (normal reach is executed).

  Further, in the present example, when the variation display of the decorative symbol is executed using the variation patterns 1 to 3, as shown in FIG. 9-2 (A), divided areas in the display screen of the image display device 5 The big hit design is displayed on the whole. Further, when the fluctuation display of the decorative symbol is executed using the fluctuation pattern 4, as shown in FIG. 9-2 (B), the end area further within the divided area in the display screen of the image display device 5 The jackpot symbol is displayed and confirmed. Therefore, in the present example, the big hit symbol may be displayed in a definite manner at the end area in the divided area only when the special reach is executed during the change display of the decorative symbol, and a probability variation big hit may be made.

(Variable display start setting process)
FIG. 9-4 is a flowchart showing variable display start setting processing (step S171) in the effect control process shown in FIG. In the variable display start setting process, first, the effect control CPU 120 starts the change pattern command from the change pattern command storage area (an area storing the received change pattern command (effect control command for specifying the change pattern) provided in the RAM 122). Are read out (step 125IWS001). Next, the effect control CPU 120 receives the variation pattern command read in step 125IWS001 and the display result specification command storage area (the received display result specification command provided in the RAM 122 (effect to specify whether or not to make a big hit, or a big hit type The display result (stop symbol) of the decorative symbol is determined according to the data (i.e., the received display result designation command) stored in the area for storing the control command) (step 125IWS002). That is, by the effect control CPU 120 executing the processing of step 125IWS002, the display result of the variable display of the identification information (stop of the decorative pattern) according to the variable display pattern (variation pattern) determined by the variable display pattern determination means Display result determining means for determining the symbol) is realized. Note that the effect control CPU 120 stores data indicating the determined stop symbol of the decorative symbol in the decorative symbol display result storage area (provided in the RAM 122). In step 125IWS002, the CPU for effect control 120 may determine whether or not the jackpot is a big hit based on the received fluctuation pattern command, and may decide to stop the decorative symbol based only on the fluctuation pattern command. .

  In step 125IWS002, for example, when the received display result designation command indicates a probability variation big hit, the effect control CPU 120 determines a combination of decorative symbols in which three symbols are aligned with the same odd symbol as a stop symbol. Also, for example, when the received display result designation command indicates a large hit (non-probable variation big hit), the effect control CPU 120 determines a combination of decorative symbols in which three symbols are aligned with the same even symbol as a stop symbol. Do. In addition, when the received display result designating command indicates detachment, a combination of decorative symbols other than the above is determined. However, when it is accompanied by the reach effect, the combination of the decorative designs in which the two left and right designs are aligned is determined.

  For example, the effect control CPU 120 extracts a random number for determining a stop symbol, and uses the stop symbol determination table in which the data indicating the combination of the decorative symbols and the numerical value are associated, the stop symbol of the decorative symbol decide. That is, the stop symbol is determined by selecting the data indicating the combination of the decorative symbols corresponding to the numerical value matching the extracted random number.

  Next, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the variable display to be started this time is a big hit, and according to the number of rounds in the big hit game, the horizontal direction of the divided area where the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is determined and displayed. A division area (horizontal direction) determination table for determining the position is selected (step 125IWS003). In addition, it is confirmed whether the display result designation command stored in the display result designation command storage area indicates a big hit, for example, whether the variable display started this time is a big hit. It can be determined by Further, the number of rounds in the big hit game can be determined, for example, by confirming the big hit type indicated by the display result designation command.

  Then, the effect control CPU 120 performs lottery processing based on random numbers using the divided area (horizontal direction) determination table selected in step 125IWS003, and determines the horizontal position of the divided area where the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is determined and displayed. It is determined which of left column, middle column and right column is to be set (step 125 IWS 004).

  FIGS. 9-5 is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a division area (horizontal direction) determination table. Among these, FIG. 9-5 (A) shows a specific example of the divided area (horizontal direction) determination table selected in the case of 15 rounds of big hit. 9-5 (B) has shown the example of the division area (horizontal direction) determination table selected in the case of 7 round big hit. 9-5 (C) has shown the example of the division area (horizontal direction) determination table selected when it becomes a 2 round big hit. 9-5 (D) has shown the example of the division area (horizontal direction) determination table selected when it becomes off.

  As shown in FIG. 9-5 (A), in the present example, in the case of 15 round big hit, the stop symbol (big hit symbol) of the decorative symbol is fixedly displayed on the divided area 125IW 501-1 to 125IW 503-1 of the right row The rate of doing is the highest. In addition, as shown in FIG. 9-5 (B), in the present example, in the case of 7 round big hit, the stop pattern (big hit symbol) of the decorative symbol is applied to the divided area 125IW 501-2 to 125IW 503-2 in the middle row. The percentage of finalized display is the highest. In addition, as shown in FIG. 9-5 (C), in this example, in the case of two round big hit, the stop pattern (big hit symbol) of the decorative symbol is displayed on the divided area 125IW501-3 to 125IW503-3 of the left row. The percentage of finalized display is the highest. Therefore, in this example, the more the stop symbol (big hit symbol) of the decorative symbol is displayed in the right divided area among the divided areas in the display screen of the image display device 5, the larger the number of rounds will be the big hit Expectations for Also, in other words, the larger the number of rounds, the longer the period during the big hit game and the more prize balls are easily obtained, the more the stop symbol (big hit symbol) of the decorative symbol is displayed in the divided area on the right , There is a high expectation for getting many winning balls during a big hit game.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 9-5 (D), in the present example, when it becomes the off, the stop symbol (disappeared symbol) of the decorative symbol is fixedly displayed on the divided area 125IW501-3 to 125IW503-3 of the left row As compared with the case where it becomes the 2 round big hit while the ratio which becomes highest is high, the ratio where the stop design of the decoration design is decidedly displayed in divided territory 125IW501-3-125IW503-3 of left line becomes higher still There is.

  In addition to the mode shown in this example, for example, in the case of an outset, the stop symbol (disappeared symbol) of the decorative symbol in the left row divided area 125IW501-3 to 125IW503-3 uniformly with a probability of 100%. May be configured to be displayed. In addition, the display screen of the image display device 5 is dividedly displayed only when the big hit symbol is determined and displayed, and the display screen of the image display device 5 is not dividedly displayed when the display screen of the image display device 5 is separated. The stop symbol of the shifted symbol may be determined and displayed on the entire display screen.

  Next, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the variable display to be started this time is a big hit, and the vertical direction of the divided area where the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is determined and displayed according to the number of time reductions after the big hit game is over. The division area (vertical direction) determination table is selected to determine the position of (step 125IWS005). In addition, it is confirmed whether the display result designation command stored in the display result designation command storage area indicates a big hit, for example, whether the variable display started this time is a big hit. It can be determined by In addition, the number of time savings after the end of the big hit game can be determined, for example, by confirming the big hit type indicated by the display result designation command.

  Then, the CPU 120 for effect control performs lottery processing based on random numbers using the divided area (vertical direction) determination table selected in step 125 IWS 005, and determines the vertical position of the divided area where the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is determined and displayed. It is determined which of the upper, middle and lower stages (step 125IWS006).

  FIGS. 9-6 is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a division area (vertical direction) determination table. Among these, FIG. 9-6 (A) shows a specific example of the divided area (vertical direction) determination table selected in the case of 100 times of time reduction. Further, FIG. 9-6 (B) shows a specific example of the divided area (vertical direction) determination table selected in the case of 50 times of time reduction. Further, FIG. 9-6 (C) shows a specific example of the divided area (vertical direction) determination table selected in the case of 20 times of time reduction. Further, FIG. 9-6 (D) shows a specific example of a divided area (vertical direction) determination table which is selected in the case of a disconnection.

  As shown in FIG. 9-6 (A), in this example, when the time reduction number is 100 times, the stop symbol (big hit symbol) of the decorative symbol is finalized and displayed on the divided area 125IW 501-1 to 125IW 501-3 of the upper stage The rate of doing is the highest. In addition, as shown in FIG. 9-6 (B), in this example, when the time reduction number is 50 times, the stop pattern (big hit symbol) of the decorative symbol is displayed on the middle divided area 125IW502-1 to 125IW502-3. The percentage of finalized display is the highest. Also, as shown in FIG. 9-6 (C), in this example, when the time reduction number is 20 times, the stop pattern (big hit symbol) of the decorative symbol is displayed on the divided area 125IW503-1 to 125IW503-3 in the lower stage. The percentage of finalized display is the highest. Therefore, in this example, as the stop symbol (big hit symbol) of the decorative symbol is fixedly displayed in the upper divided area among the divided areas in the display screen of the image display device 5, the number of time reductions after the big hit game is large Expectations for becoming a high become high.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 9-6 (D), in the present example, when it is a disconnection, the stop symbol (disappeared symbol) of the decorative symbol is finalized and displayed on the divided area 125IW 503-1 to 125IW 503-3 in the lower stage. The ratio is the highest, and compared with the case of 20 times of time reduction, the ratio in which the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is finalized and displayed on the divided area 125 IW 503-1 to 125 I W 503-3 in the lower part is higher. .

  In addition, for example, when it becomes a loss not only the mode shown in this example, the stop symbol (displacement symbol) of the decorative symbol is uniformly applied to the lower division area 125IW503-1 to 125IW503-3 with 100% probability. It may be configured to display a confirmation. In addition, the display screen of the image display device 5 is dividedly displayed only when the big hit symbol is determined and displayed, and the display screen of the image display device 5 is not dividedly displayed when the display screen of the image display device 5 is separated. The stop symbol of the shifted symbol may be determined and displayed on the entire display screen.

  Next, the CPU 120 for effect control checks whether or not the variable display to be started this time involves the special reach (Step 125 IWS 007). Note that it can be determined, for example, by confirming the fluctuation pattern designated by the fluctuation pattern command read out in step 125 IWS 001 whether or not it is the fluctuation display accompanied by the special reach. If it is a variable display with special reach, the effect control CPU 120 determines the display area for displaying the stop symbol of the decorative symbol as the final display area in the divided area (step 125IWS008). Next, the effect control CPU 120 selects a process table for special reach (specific effect) according to the determined divided area (step 125IWS009). Then, the process proceeds to step 125IWS012.

  On the other hand, if it is not a variable display accompanied by a special reach, the effect control CPU 120 decides to display the stop symbol of the decorative symbol in the entire divided area (step 125IWS010). Next, the effect control CPU 120 selects a process table according to the variation pattern and the determined divided area (step 125IWS011). Then, the process proceeds to step 125IWS012.

  Then, the effect control CPU 120 starts the process timer in the process data 1 of the process table selected in the step 125IWS009, 011 (step 125IWS012).

  The process table is a table in which process data to be referred to when the effect control CPU 120 executes control of the effect device is set. That is, the effect control CPU 120 controls the effect device (effect component) such as the image display device 5 according to the process data set in the process table. The process table is composed of data in which a plurality of combinations of process timer set values, display control execution data, lamp control execution data and sound number data are collected. In the display control execution data, data etc. is described which indicates the aspect of each variation constituting the variation aspect during the variable display time (variation time) of the variable display of the decorative symbol. Specifically, data relating to the change of the display screen of the image display device 5 is described. Moreover, the fluctuation time in the aspect of the fluctuation | variation is set to the process timer set value. The effect control CPU 120 refers to the process table and performs control to display the decorative design in the variation mode set in the display control execution data for the time set in the process timer set value. The process table is stored in the ROM 121 of the effect control board 12. Moreover, the process table is prepared according to each fluctuation pattern.

  In the process table used when effect control is executed for the fluctuation pattern with reach effect, the left symbol is stopped and displayed when the predetermined time has elapsed from the start of the fluctuation, and the right symbol is stopped when the predetermined time has elapsed. Process data indicating that it is to be displayed is set. It should be noted that instead of setting symbols to be stopped and displayed in the process table, images for displaying symbols are generated in combination according to the determined stop symbols and the pseudo stop symbols in the pseudo reunion and the slip effect. May be

  In addition, the CPU for effect control 120 is based on the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number data 1), the effect device (image display device 5 as effect component, as effect component Control of the various lamps and the speakers 8L and 8R as presentation parts is executed (step 125IWS013).

  In this example, when normal reach, super reach A, or super reach B is specified in the variation pattern, step 125IWS013 and variable display effect processing (step S172) are executed according to the process table selected in step 125IWS011. Thus, the normal reach, the super reach A, and the super reach B are executed while the decorative symbol is displayed in a variable manner. When the fluctuation time ends, the display screen of the image display device 5 is divided and displayed in nine divided areas as shown in FIG. 9A, and the decorative symbol is stopped in the divided areas determined in steps IWS004, S006, and S010. The symbol is displayed.

  When special reach is designated in the fluctuation pattern, step 125IWS013 and variable display effect processing (step S172) are executed according to the process table selected in step 125IWS009 to display the fluctuation of the decorative symbol. Special reach is executed. Then, when the fluctuation time ends, the display screen of the image display device 5 is divided and displayed in nine divided areas as shown in FIG. 9A, and further end areas of the divided areas determined in steps IWS004, S006, and S008. The stop symbol of the decorative symbol is fixedly displayed on.

  In addition, in this characteristic part 125IW, although CPU120 for production control is controlled so that the variable display of the decoration pattern by the fluctuation pattern corresponding one to one to the fluctuation pattern command is performed, CPU120 for production control is the fluctuation pattern command, The variation pattern to be used may be selected from a plurality of types of variation patterns corresponding to.

  Next, the effect control CPU 120 sets a value corresponding to the fluctuation time specified by the fluctuation pattern command in the fluctuation time timer (step 125IWS014). Then, the effect control CPU 120 updates the value of the effect process flag to “2” (step 125 IWS 015), and ends the variable display start setting process.

(Waiting process per special map)
FIG. 9-7 is a flowchart of the special figure-per-wait process (step S173) in the effect control process shown in FIG. 7. In waiting processing for a special figure, first, the effect control CPU 120 checks whether a stop symbol display flag indicating that a stop symbol of a decorative symbol is being displayed is set (step 125 IWS 101). If the stop symbol display flag is set, the process proceeds to step 125 IWS 105. In this embodiment, when the big hit symbol is displayed as the stop symbol of the decorative symbol, the stop symbol display flag is set in step 125 IWS104. Then, the stop symbol display flag is reset when the jackpot effect is executed. Therefore, the fact that the stop symbol display flag is set means that the big hit symbol has been determined and displayed but it is a stage at which the big hit effect has not been executed yet, so the processing to display the stop symbol of the decorative symbol in step 125 IWS102 is executed It transfers to step 125 IWS105, without doing.

  When the stop symbol display flag is not set, the effect control CPU 120 determines the stop symbol (disappeared symbol, big hit symbol) determined in step 125IWS002 in the divided area determined in step 125IWS004, 006, 008, 010. Control to display is performed (step 125 IWS 102). If it is determined in step 125IWS008 that the stop symbol is to be displayed on the end area in the divided area, the stop symbol of the decorative pattern is determined in the end area in the divided area in step 125IWS102. Let If it is determined in step 125IWS010 that the stop symbol is determined and displayed in the entire divided area, then in step 125IWS102, the stopped symbol of the decorative symbol is determined and displayed in the entire divided area. When the big hit symbol is not determined and displayed in the process of step IWS 102 (that is, when the off symbol is determined and displayed) (N of step 125 IWS 103), the CPU 120 for effect control shifts to step 125 IWS 113.

  When the big hit design is decided and displayed in the processing of step 125 IWS102 (Y of step 125 IWS103), CPU120 for production control sets the stop design indicatory flag (step 125 IWS104), the big hit start designated command (start the big hit game It is confirmed whether or not the effect control command specifying has been received (step 125 IWS 105). If the jackpot start designation command has not been received, the processing ends. If the jackpot start designation command has been received, the effect control CPU 120 resets the stop symbol display flag (step 125 IWS 106).

  Next, the CPU 120 for effect control checks whether or not the variable display to be finished this time involves the special reach (step 125 IWS 107). Note that it can be determined, for example, by confirming the fluctuation pattern specified by the fluctuation pattern command stored in the fluctuation pattern command storage area whether or not the fluctuation display is accompanied by the special reach. If it is a variable display with special reach, the effect control CPU 120 selects a process table for a big hit internal effect including a specific effect (step 125 IWS 108). On the other hand, if it is not a variable display with special reach, the effect control CPU 120 selects a process table for a normal big hit in-between effect (big hit in-out effect not including the specific effect) (step 125 IWS 109).

  In the feature portion 125IW, when the special reach is executed during the variation display of the decorative symbol, the step 125IWS 111 and the jackpot middle effect processing (step S176) are executed according to the process table selected in the step 125IWS108. An effect related to the special reach during the jackpot game (for example, an effect of displaying the second half of the story displayed in the special reach, an effect of the same effect mode as the special reach) is executed. Therefore, in this example, when the special reach is executed, a series of specific effects having relevance are performed from the special reach in the display of the change of the decorative symbol to the big hit game.

  In this example, although a series of specific effects are executed from the variable display to the big hit game, the process table itself is shown switched between the variable display and the big hit game, but such a case is shown. It is not limited to the processing mode. For example, during the variable display of the decoration pattern, the moving image reproduction is started using the moving image data for special reach, and the moving image reproduction using the moving image data is continued even after the big hit game starts (continue using one moving image data To perform the effect).

  Then, the effect control CPU 120 starts the process timer by setting the process timer set value in the process timer (step 125 IWS 110), and the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number Control of the rendering device (the image display device 5 as a rendering component, the gaming effect lamp 9 as a rendering component, and the speakers 8L and 8R as a rendering component) is executed according to the data 1) (step 125IWS111). Thereafter, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “6” (step 125 IWS 112), and the special drawing hit waiting process is ended.

  If it is determined not to be a big hit (N in step 125 IWS 103), the CPU for effect control 120 updates the value of the effect process flag to “0” (step 125 IWS 113), and ends the waiting process for the special figure. .

(Example production)
Next, a presentation example will be described. 9-8 to 9-11 are explanatory diagrams showing an example of effects in the characteristic portion 125IW. Among these, FIGS. 9-8 and 9-9 show examples of effects in the case of a normal big hit (non-probable variation big hit). Moreover, FIGS. 9-10 and 9-11 show examples of effects when a special reach is performed in the case of a probability variation big hit. In FIGS. 9-8 to 9-11, it is assumed that the display screens transition in the order of (A), (B), (C), and so on.

  First, with reference to FIGS. 9-8 and 9-9, an example of effect in the case of a normal big hit (non-probable variation big hit) will be described. In the example shown in FIGS. 9-8 and 9-9, when starting the variation display of the decorative symbol, the symbol combination of "666" is used as the stop symbol of the decorative symbol based on the fact that it is usually determined to be a big hit. It shall be decided. In addition, the position of the division area to which the stop design of the decoration design is decidedly displayed is decided on the left line (see step 125IWS004) and the upper row (see step 125IWS006), and the stop design of the decoration figure is decided and displayed on the top left division area 125IW501-3. It shall be decided to Further, since it is not the case of executing the special reach, it is assumed that the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is determined and displayed in the entire divided area (see step 125 IWS 010). In this example, it is assumed that the fluctuation patterns (the fluctuation patterns 2 and 3) with the super reach (super reach A, super reach B) are designated in the fluctuation pattern command.

  As shown in FIG. 9-8 (A), the decorative symbols on the left, middle and right are variably displayed on the image display device 5, and as shown in FIG. 9-8 (B), the left and right decorative symbols are the same In this example, temporary stop display is performed with the symbol "6") and the reach state is established. In this example, at the stage of the reach state, the decorative symbols on the left and right are in the state of temporary stop display and are not displayed in a definite manner. In addition, with temporary stop indication, for example, by making the decoration pattern shake and fluctuate or making it fluctuate slightly up and down and to the left and right, the decoration pattern seems to be seemingly stopping at first glance but it does not stop completely It is a state.

  Next, at the development timing to super reach, as shown in FIG. 9-8 (C), super reach (super reach A, super reach B) is started in the image display device 5. In the example shown in FIG. 9-8 (C), the character display 125IW001 is displayed on the image display device 5, and the character display 125IW002 of "super reach rush!" Is displayed as a line of the character 125IW001, thereby making the super reach possible. The case where it is started is shown. Further, in the example shown in FIG. 9-8 (C), there is shown a case where the variation display of the decorative symbol is reduced and displayed at the upper right end of the display screen of the image display device 5 during execution of the super reach.

  Next, as shown in FIG. 9-8 (D), the inside decorative pattern is temporarily stopped by the same pattern as the left and right decorative patterns (in this example, the symbol "6"), and all the left, middle and left decorative symbols are displayed. By being temporarily stopped and displayed in the same symbol pattern, it is notified that it becomes a big hit. In the present example, as shown in FIG. 9-8 (D), at the stage of the big hit notification, the decorative symbols on the left, middle and right are temporarily stopped and not displayed.

  Then, when the fluctuation time ends, as shown in FIG. 9-9 (E), the display screen of the image display device 9 is divided and displayed in three 3 × 3 divided areas. Then, as shown in FIG. 9-9 (E), the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is fixedly displayed in the divided area determined at the start of the change. In the example shown in FIG. 9-9 (E), the positions of the divided areas are determined as the left row and the upper row at the start of the change, and the divided area 125IW501-3 is displayed based on the determined upper left divided area 125IW501-3. A case is shown where the stop symbol of the symbol (in this example, a combination of symbols of the big hit (non-probable variation big hit) symbol "666") is displayed. Further, since the special reach is not performed, the example shown in FIG. 9-9 (E) shows the case where the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is finalized and displayed in the entire divided area 125IW 501-3.

  In the example shown in FIG. 9-9 (E), since the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is fixedly displayed in the left row, the degree of expectation for the number of rounds in the big hit game is low (in this example, 2 round big hit) The ratio is high) is shown. Further, in the example shown in FIG. 9-9 (E), since the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is fixedly displayed on the upper stage, the expectation for the number of time reductions after the big hit game is high (in this example, 100 times of time reductions) The ratio is high) is shown. Further, in the example shown in FIG. 9-9 (E), since the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is fixedly displayed in the entire divided area, there is shown a case where the degree of expectation for becoming a probability variation big hit is low.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 9-10 and FIG. 9-11, an example of effect when special reach is executed in the case of a probability variation big hit will be described. In the example shown in FIGS. 9-10 and 9-11, when starting the variation display of the decorative symbol, the symbol combination of “777” is used as the stop symbol of the decorative symbol based on the fact that it is determined to be a probability variation big hit. It shall be decided. In addition, the position of the division area to which the stop design of the decoration design is decidedly displayed is decided as the right line (see step 125IWS004) and middle stage (see step 125IWS006), the stop design of the decoration design is decided in the division area 125IW502-1 in the right It shall be decided to display. Further, since it is the case of executing the special reach, it is determined that the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is determined and displayed in the end region of the divided region (see step 125 IWS008). In this example, it is assumed that the fluctuation pattern (variation pattern 4) accompanied by the special reach is designated in the fluctuation pattern command.

  As shown in FIG. 9-10 (A), the decorative symbols on the left middle and the right are variably displayed on the image display device 5, and as shown in FIG. 9-10 (B), the left and right decorative symbols are the same In this example, the temporary stop display is made with the symbol "7") and the reach state is reached. In this example, at the stage of the reach state, the decorative symbols on the left and right are in the state of temporary stop display and are not displayed in a definite manner.

  Next, at the development timing to the special reach, the special reach is started in the image display device 5 as shown in FIG. In the example shown in FIG. 9-10 (C), three racing cars 125IW003 to 125IW005 are displayed on the image display device 5, and a case is shown where an effect of a mode in which a race is being started is started. Further, in the example shown in FIG. 9-10 (C), a case is shown in which the variation display of the decorative symbol is reduced and displayed at the upper right end of the display screen of the image display device 5 during execution of the special reach.

  Next, as shown in FIG. 9-10 (D), the inside decorative pattern is temporarily stopped by the same pattern as the left and right decorative patterns (in this example, the symbol “7”), and all the left, middle and left decorative symbols are displayed. By being temporarily stopped and displayed in the same symbol pattern, it is notified that it becomes a big hit. In the present example, as shown in FIG. 9-10 (D), at the stage of the big hit notification, the decorative symbols on the left, middle and right are temporarily stopped and not displayed.

  Then, when the fluctuation time ends, as shown in FIG. 9-11 (E), the display screen of the image display device 9 is divided and displayed in three 3 × 3 divided areas. Then, as shown in FIG. 9-11 (E), the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is fixedly displayed in the divided area determined at the start of the change. In the example shown in FIG. 9-11 (E), the positions of the divided areas are determined as the right row and middle row at the start of fluctuation, and based on the fact that the divided area 125IW502-1 in the right is determined, the divided area 125IW502-1 is selected. A case is shown where the stop symbol of the decorative symbol (in this example, the combination of symbols of the probability variation big hit symbol "777") is displayed. Further, since the special reach is executed, in the example shown in FIG. 9-11 (E), the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is finally displayed in the end region 125 IW 502-1 a in the divided region 125 IW 502-1. The case is shown.

  In the example shown in FIG. 9-11 (E), since the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is fixedly displayed in the right column, the degree of expectation for the number of rounds in the big hit game is high (in this example, 15 round big hit) The ratio is high) is shown. Further, in the example shown in FIG. 9-11 (E), since the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is fixedly displayed in the middle, the degree of expectation for the number of time reductions after the big hit game is medium (in this example, the time reductions 50) It is shown that the ratio is high). Further, in the example shown in FIG. 9-11 (E), since the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is clearly displayed in the end region in the divided region, there is a case where the expectation for the probability variation big hit is high It is done.

  Next, when the big hit game is started, as shown in FIG. 9-11 (F), effects in the big hit game are started in the image display device 5. In this example, as shown in FIG. 9-11 (F), three racing cars 125IW003 to 125IW005 are continuously displayed on the image display device 5 even during the big hit game, and the race is performed from the special reach to the big hit game. A case is shown where a series of specific renditions of the aspect as being performed are performed.

  In addition, even if it becomes a probability variation big hit, there is a case that the stop design of the decorative design is decidedly displayed in the whole divided area by the super reach being executed, but in that case, the reach symbol or the decided displayed stop The same effects as in FIGS. 9-8 and 9-9 are executed only by changing the symbol to the probability variation big hit symbol.

  Further, in this example, the display screen of the image display device 5 may be divided and displayed and the stop symbol of the decorative symbol may be determined and displayed even in the case of normal reach, in this case, as shown in FIG. 9-8 and 9 are different from the reach state of FIG. 9-8 (B) without passing through the super reach of (C), except that the transition to the big hit notification of FIG. The same effect as -9 is executed.

  Further, in this example, the display screen of the image display device 5 may be divided and displayed, and the stop symbol of the decorative symbol may be determined and displayed, even in the case of detachment. (B) to (D) without passing through the reach and the big hit notification, the variation display of the decorative symbol is executed in the same manner as in FIGS. 9-8 (A) and 9-9 (E), and the divided areas are shifted. The symbol is displayed.

  In the present example, the special reach is executed only when the probability variation big hit is performed, and the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is fixedly displayed in the end area in the divided area, but it is limited to such a mode. Absent. For example, even in the case of a normal big hit, the special reach may be executed at a low rate, and the stop symbol of the decorative symbol may be finalized and displayed in the end region in the divided region. In addition, for example, even in the case of disengaging, the special reach may be executed at a low rate, and the stop symbol of the decorative symbol may be determined and displayed in the end region in the divided region. .

  Also, in the example shown in FIGS. 9-8 to 9-11, when the big hit symbol (in this example, "666") is displayed temporarily for a temporary stop and notified of a big hit, the big hit symbol is normally displayed as it is, When the big hit symbol (in this example, "777") is temporarily stopped and displayed and the big hit is notified, there is shown the case where the probability variation big hit symbol is displayed as it is, but it is not limited to such a mode. For example, after the big hit symbol is displayed temporarily for a temporary stop and notified of a big hit, it may be replaced with a probability variation big hit symbol and may be configured to be displayed on a divided area. Further, for example, after the probability variation big hit symbol is temporarily stopped and displayed as a big hit, it may be replaced with the normal big hit symbol and the finalized display may be made in the divided area.

  Further, in this example, as shown in FIG. 9-8 to FIG. 9-11, during the variable display of the decorative symbol, the variable display or reach is executed on the entire display screen of the image display device 5, and the image display device Although the case where the display screen of 5 is dividedly displayed is shown, it is not limited to such an aspect. For example, the display screen of the image display device 5 may be divided from the start of fluctuation, and fluctuation display of a decorative pattern may be performed in any of the divided areas. Also, for example, after the variation display of the decorative symbol is started on the entire display screen of the image display device 5, the display screen of the image display device 5 is divided in the middle of the variation display, and the variation of the decorative symbol in any divided area It may be configured to switch to the display.

  In addition, for example, after the variation display of the decoration pattern is started on the entire display screen of the image display device 5, the possibility of becoming a big hit by moving the variation display of the decoration pattern to any divided area in the middle of the variation display Alternatively, the possibility of becoming a big hit, the number of rounds in a big hit game, or the number of times after a big hit game may be announced. Moreover, when comprised in this way, the position (division area) of the decorative design displayed as advance notice may not necessarily be the same as the position (division area) where the stop design of the decorative design is finally displayed . For example, first, the variation display of the decorative pattern is performed in the lower left divided area 125IW503-3 having the lowest expectation for the number of rounds and the number of time reductions, and then the decorative pattern is displayed in the central divided area 125IW502-2 having higher expectation The variable display may be moved, and finally, the stop symbol of the decorative symbol may be determined and displayed in the upper right divided area 125IW 501-1 having the highest degree of expectation. As such, the decorative pattern may be moved to a divided area where the degree of expectation is high in stages, and the sense of expectation may be raised in stages.

  Further, in this example, as shown in FIGS. 9-8 to 9-11, as shown in FIGS. 9-8 (A), (B) and FIGS. 9-10 (A), (B) according to the progress of the variable display. 9-8 (C) and 9-10 (C) according to the development of super reach or special reach, as shown in Fig. 9), in which the display of variation of the decorative symbol is executed in the central portion of the image display device 5). As shown in FIG. 9-9 (E) and FIG. 9-11 (E) at the timing of the finalized display, the variation display of the decorative symbol is reduced and displayed at the upper right end of the display screen of the image display device 5 as shown. In the divided area, the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is fixedly displayed, and the display mode of the decorative symbol is sequentially switched. However, the present invention is not limited to such an aspect, for example, always displayed at a fixed position. It may be configured to provide a small symbol. For example, the small symbol is displayed at any one end of the display screen of the image display device 5 regardless of whether it is in high-speed fluctuation, during execution of super reach or special reach, or at the timing of final display. In parallel with the variation display of the decoration pattern displayed in the central part of the image display device 5, the display of super reach and special reach, and the confirmation display of the decoration pattern displayed in the divided area, the small symbols The variable display of the symbol or the stop symbol of the small symbol may be displayed. Further, the small symbol does not necessarily need to be displayed at the end of the display screen of the image display device 5, and the small symbol may be displayed on a liquid crystal display device or a display provided other than the image display device 5. Good. With such a configuration, it is possible to make the player easily recognize the situation of the variable display.

  As described above, according to the present characterizing portion 125IW, variable display is performed, and the first display area (for example, the entire divided area shown in FIG. 9-2A) and the second display area (for example, the figure) The display result of the variable display can be derived and displayed in the display area including the end area in the divided area shown in 9-2 (B), and the specific display result (for example, big hit symbol) is derived as the display result of the variable display It can be controlled to an advantageous state (eg, a big hit gaming state) advantageous to the player when displayed. Further, the degree of advantage differs between the case where the specific display result is derived and displayed in the first display area and controlled to the advantageous state and the case where the specific display result is derived and displayed on the second display area and controlled to the advantageous state (For example, when the big hit symbol is displayed in the end area in the divided area, the degree of expectation for the probability variation big hit as compared to the case where the big hit symbol is displayed in the entire divided area Degree)). Therefore, the degree of advantage differs depending on which display area the specific display result is derived and displayed, and therefore, it is possible to enhance the rendering effect when the display result of the variable display is derived and displayed.

  Further, according to the present characteristic portion 125IW, the first display area is larger than the second display area (for example, the entire divided area shown in FIG. 9-2A is shown in FIG. 9-2B). The display size is larger than the end area in the divided area shown). Therefore, by providing the variation in the size of the display area, it is possible to enhance the rendering effect when the display result of the variable display is derived and displayed.

  Further, according to the feature portion 125IW, when the specific display result is derived and displayed in the second display area and controlled to the advantageous state, the specific display result is derived and displayed on the first display area and controlled to the advantageous state. The degree of advantage is high as compared to the case (for example, the big hit symbol may be displayed in the end area within the divided area only when it is a probability variation big hit, and the big hit symbol is displayed fixed in the end area Therefore, the degree of expectation (probability change expectation degree) for becoming a definite change jackpot is high). Therefore, since the degree of advantage is higher when the specific display result is derived and displayed in the second display area having a smaller size, it is possible to enhance the rendering effect when the display result of the variable display is derived and displayed.

  Further, according to the feature portion 125IW, even when the specific display result is derived and displayed in the first display area and controlled to the advantageous state, the degree of advantage may be high (for example, in the case of a probability variation big hit) Even if the normal reach and the super reach A and B are executed, the big hit symbol may be finalized and displayed in the entire divided area). Therefore, unexpectedness can be given to the effect, and the effect of presentation when the display result of the variable display is derived and displayed can be enhanced.

  Further, according to the feature portion 125IW, when the specific display result is derived and displayed in the second display area and controlled to the advantageous state, a series of effects (for example, FIG. Specific effects shown in -10 (C) and Figs. 9-11 (F) can be executed. Therefore, the continuity of the effect can be provided from the execution of the variable display to the advantageous state, and the effect in the case where the display result of the variable display is derived and displayed can be enhanced.

  Further, according to the present characteristic portion 125IW, a plurality of types of display positions (for example, a total of 9 divided areas of 3 × 3 shown in FIG. 9A) and a plurality of types of sizes (for example, FIG. The specific display result can be derived and displayed by the entire divided area shown in 2 (A) and the end area in the divided area shown in FIG. 9-2 (B), and any display among a plurality of types of display positions It is possible to suggest multiple types of expectation depending on whether the specific display result is derived and displayed at the position and at which size of the plurality of types the specific display result is derived and displayed. Certain (for example, as shown in FIG. 9A, the big hit symbol is displayed in the right divided area and the expectation for the number of rounds in the big hit game is so high that the big hit symbol is displayed in the upper divided area. Against the number of time savings after the end of the big hit game When the big hit symbol is displayed in the end area in the divided area shown in FIG. 9-2 (B), the big hit symbol is determined in the entire divided area shown in FIG. Expectation degree (probability variation expectation degree) for the probability variation big hit is higher than when displayed. Therefore, the degree of advantage is different depending on which display position and which size the specific display result is derived and displayed, so it is possible to enhance the rendering effect when the display result of the variable display is derived and displayed.

  Although the case where the display screen of the image display device 5 is divided and displayed in a total of nine 3 × 3 division regions is shown in the present characteristic portion 125IW, the present invention is not limited to such a mode. For example, the display screen of the image display device 5 may be divided and displayed in a total of 16 4 × 4 divided areas, or divided and displayed in a total of 2 × 2 4 divided areas. Further, the number of divisions in the vertical direction and the horizontal direction does not necessarily have to be the same. For example, the division display may be performed in a total of 12 divided areas of 3 × 4.

  Further, in the present characteristic portion 125IW, the expectation for the number of rounds in the big hit game is made different depending on which division area in the left row, the middle row and the right row is displayed, and any division of the upper, middle and lower is made The expectation for time reduction after the big hit game is different depending on whether it is displayed in the area, and the expectation for becoming a big change jackpot depending on whether it is displayed in the whole divided area or the end area in the divided area Although the case where degree (probability variation expectation degree) is made to differ is shown, it is not restricted only to such an aspect. For example, the degree of expectation for time reduction or the probability change expectation may be made different depending on which divided area in the left column, the middle column, and the right column is displayed. In addition, for example, depending on which of the upper, middle, and lower divided areas the final display is performed, the degree of expectation for the number of rounds or the degree of probability change expectation may be made different. Further, for example, the degree of expectation for the number of rounds and the degree of expectation for the number of time savings may be different depending on whether the entire divided area or the end area in the divided area is displayed.

  Also, in the present characteristic portion 125IW, a case is shown where the degree of expectation (probability change expectation degree) for becoming a probability change big hit differs depending on which of the entire divided region and the end region in the divided region is displayed. Not limited to such an aspect, for example, the probability change expectation degree may be configured to be different according to the display color of the jackpot symbol displayed in the divided area. Further, for example, the degree of expectation for the number of rounds and the degree of expectation for the number of times of time reduction may be varied according to the display color of the jackpot symbol displayed in the divided area.

  Further, in the present characteristic portion 125IW, the display screen of the image display device 5 is divided and displayed in a plurality of divided areas, but for example, the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is largely displayed in the center of the display screen of the image display device Depending on whether the finalized display is displayed or the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is reduced and displayed on the end of the display screen, the expectation for the number of rounds, the expectation for the number of time reductions, and the probability change expectation are different. May be

  Further, for example, in a gaming machine provided with a main liquid crystal display device and a sub liquid crystal display device, the display screen of the main liquid crystal display device is largely displayed, or the stop symbol of the symbol is finalized, or the display screen of the sub liquid crystal display device is small. Depending on whether or not the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is fixedly displayed, the expectation for the number of rounds, the expectation for the number of time reductions, and the probability change expectation may be made different.

  Further, in the present characteristic portion 125IW, a case is suggested in which the expectation for the number of rounds, the expectation for the number of time reductions, and the probability change expectation are suggested, but the present invention is not limited to such a mode. For example, in a gaming machine configured to be controlled to a definite change state after a big hit game, and then configured to end the definite change state based on the execution of a predetermined fixed change number, the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is confirmed and displayed The degree of expectation for the number of positive variations may be made different depending on the position and size of the divided region. Further, for example, when performing a probability change promotion effect during a big hit game, the degree of expectation for probability change promotion may be configured to be different depending on the position and size of the divided area where the stop symbol of the decoration symbol is determined and displayed. . The configuration shown in the main feature part 125IW can be applied when suggesting various expectations as such.

  Further, in the present feature portion 125IW, the case is shown where the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is displayed in the end area in the divided area when the special reach is executed, but the present invention is not limited to such an aspect. For example, when a specific effect such as a full rotation reach is performed or a battle effect is performed, the stop symbol of the decorative symbol may be determined and displayed in the end area in the divided area, variously. Mode can be considered.

  Note that the configuration shown by the feature portion 125IW can be combined with the configuration shown by the feature portion 112IW as appropriate to configure a gaming machine. For example, in the present characteristic portion 125IW, as in the characteristic portion 112IW, the advantage is configured to be different according to the setting value, or the execution of the suggested effect is limited when the setting value information is not properly input. It may be configured to

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 ... pachinko gaming machine 2 ... gaming board 3 ... gaming machine frame 4A, 4B ... special symbol display device 5 ... image display device 6A ... winning ball device 6B ... variable winning ball device 7 ... special variable winning ball device 8L, 8R ... Speaker 9 ... game effect lamp 10 ... general winning opening 11 ... main board 12 ... effect control board 13 ... voice control board 14 ... lamp control board 15 ... relay board 20 ... normal symbol display 21 ... gate switch 22A, 22B ... start opening Switch 23 ... count switch 30 ... hitting operation handle 31A ... stick controller 31 B ... push button 32 ... movable body 100 ... microcomputer for game control 101, 121 ... ROM
102, 122 ... RAM
103 ... CPU
104, 124 ... random number circuit 105, 125 ... I / O
120 ... CPU for effect control
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Claims (1)

A gaming machine capable of playing a game,
Variable display execution means capable of performing variable display and deriving and displaying the display result of the variable display in the display area including the first display area and the second display area;
And an advantageous state control means capable of controlling an advantageous state advantageous to the player when the specific display result is derived and displayed as the variable display result.
When the specific display result is derived and displayed in the first display area and controlled to the advantageous state, and when the specific display result is derived and displayed on the second display area and controlled to the advantageous state, A game machine characterized by having different degrees of advantage.

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